MARK D. WILLIAMS MARK D. WILLIAMS

No More HST On New Rental Housing Builds

If Canada continues this trend until 2030, we would need over two million additional housing units. It seems like this trend will continue, because the federal government sees it as a solution to Canada’s aging population and lowering birth rates. To keep the economy going, Canada needs more young workers. The only place we can get young workers is from abroad. That is the theory at least.

Whether you agree or disagree with that strategy, it has resulted in lowering taxes on new rental builds. This change comes at a time when the marketplace needs more units. Why not take advantage of these market conditions?

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MARK D. WILLIAMS MARK D. WILLIAMS

Going On Vacation While Saving Money For A Down Payment

Saving money for a down payment to buy a house is difficult for many families. This is especially true when summer vacation time rolls around for the family.

This article is going to give you a few tips for vacationing on a budget as a family, and still save some money for a down payment or whatever else you really need.

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Downsizing Your House In Windsor 2023

Downsizing is the perfect opportunity to pocket the difference between the sale price of your current large home, and the purchase price of a new smaller house. Many people in Windsor could put $100,000 or more in their savings account, without impacting their lifestyle too much.

Would you rather have a six-figure bank account, or two extra bedrooms? I know what I would want!

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