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ALTA: Protecting property rights with title insurance

Housing Wire

For most real estate industry professionals, title insurance needs no introduction. A trusted product , title insurance has been used to protect real estate transactions and property rights for over a century. Title insurance is different than most other insurance products.

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First-Time Homebuyers Incentive Changes: What You Need to Know

D Fritz Appraisals

To qualify for the incentive, your mortgage must be greater than 80% of the value of the property subject to a real estate loan premium. Your mortgage must also be eligible for mortgage insurance through Canada Guaranty, CMHC or Sagen (previously known as Genworth.) . Am I A First-Time Homebuyer? Need some pointers?

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How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax on a Home Sale

Will Springer Realtor

By Jeffrey Steele Most homeowners aim for a substantial increase in home value – and many are achieving it when they sell their primary address. If you or someone you know are in that situation or anticipating it, there are many strategies to help lower capital gains tax on real estate.