India still has a lot to do to improve real estate transparency

A number of measures are being taken in India to improve transparency in the country’s real estate markets, according to experts, but real improvements are unlikely to kick in until 2014.

Vancouver housing market shows signs of improvement

Sandra Wyant has come across tantalizing clues that she believes point to a gradual turnaround in Vancouver’s tepid housing market.

Get ready condo flippers, Canada Revenue Agency is hunting you

You just sold your condo, you made a hefty profit and know you have to pay your taxes.
The bill might be more than you think.

Mark Carney will offer his last major economic forecast as Bank of Canada Governor

Mark Carney will offer his last major economic forecast as Bank of Canada Governor today while probably keeping interest rates where they’ve been since September 2010 and signaling his replacement will also have little need to act.

Homebuying step-by-step

When financing a home, the following considerations can help you to save money and provide for greater economic stability in the event of financial challenges down the road such as lower income levels, increased monthly expenses and/or higher interest rates.