Explaining Foreclosures in Canada

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Found yourself in a financially tough spot? Having trouble making your monthly mortgage payments? Be careful – foreclosure could be around the corner. While it is generally in the interested of both the bank and you, the borrower, to avoid foreclosure proceedings, sometimes there is no other option. A number of things happen when a homeowner defaults on their mortgage. … Read More

How to Buy a Foreclosed Home

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It’s no secret that foreclosures have rocked the American real estate market over the past five years, but what about the Canadian real estate scene? While our major housing markets have faired better than that of our neighbour, there are still many foreclosed properties available across the country. First time home buyers and investors alike are jumping at the chance … Read More