HOMEH & cashback
The HOMEH Down Payment Boost, Explained
The HOMEH down payment boost lets you apply your cashback toward your down payment. Learn how it works, why a bigger down payment helps, and how to estimate it.
Feb 25, 20245 min read
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HOMEH & cashback
How Much Cashback Can You Get When Buying a Home?
How much cashback can you get buying a home with HOMEH? Eligible buyers receive the industry's highest Cashback Rebate. Here's what drives your amount and how to estimate it.
Feb 21, 20245 min read
HOMEH & cashback
How the HOMEH Cashback Rebate Works
HOMEH gives eligible buyers the industry's highest Cashback Rebate and a down-payment boost, and lists homes for 1%, or free when you also buy with HOMEH within 6 months, or $395 + HST with a Mere Posting. Here's exactly how the cashback model works.
Feb 17, 20245 min read
Selling with HOMEH
How HOMEH Markets Your Listing to Attract More Buyers
Learn how HOMEH effectively markets your home to reach a wider audience.
Feb 14, 20244 min read
Market & Investing
Understanding Real Estate Market Cycles
Real estate moves in cycles, not straight lines. Learn the four phases — recovery, expansion, hyper-supply and recession — and how to read your market.
Feb 12, 20245 min read
Market & Investing
Pre-Construction vs Resale: Which Is the Better Investment?
Pre-construction vs resale: which is the better real estate investment? Compare deposits, timelines, costs, risks and tax rules so you can choose wisely.
Feb 08, 20245 min read
Market & Investing
What Is a Good Cap Rate for a Rental Property?
What is a good cap rate for a rental property? Learn the formula (NOI ÷ value), see a worked example, and understand what a high or low rate really tells you.
Feb 04, 20245 min read
Market & Investing
How to Invest in Real Estate in Canada: A Beginner's Guide
A beginner's guide to real estate investing in Canada: rentals, REITs, pre-construction and house hacking — plus the financing rules and math you must know.
Jan 31, 20246 min read
Market & Investing
Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House in Ontario?
Is now a good time to buy a house in Ontario? The honest answer depends on your finances and timeline more than the market. Here's a clear framework to decide.
Jan 27, 20245 min read
Market & Investing
Ontario Housing Market Outlook
An honest look at the Ontario housing market: the drivers that move prices — interest rates, supply and demand — plus where to track live data before you act.
Jan 23, 20246 min read
Buying with HOMEH
Using HOMEH After Finding Your Own Home: What You Need to Know
Learn how to use HOMEH services even if you've found your dream home.
Jan 22, 20243 min read
Selling with HOMEH
Understanding HOMEH's 1% Listing Fee and What It Covers
Learn what services are included in HOMEH's 1% listing fee for sellers.
Sep 27, 20233 min read
Buying with HOMEH
What to Expect From Your First Meeting With a HOMEH Buyer's Agent
Learn what happens in your first meeting with a HOMEH buyer's agent.
Jul 19, 20234 min read
HOMEH & cashback
Understanding When and How HOMEH Cashback Is Paid Out
Learn how and when you can receive cashback with HOMEH.
May 09, 20234 min read
Selling with HOMEH
How Selling a Home With HOMEH Works, Step by Step
Learn how to sell your home with HOMEH in simple steps.
Apr 18, 20233 min read
Buying with HOMEH
How Buying a Home With HOMEH Works: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to buy a home with HOMEH in simple steps, and discover available cashback options.
Mar 14, 20234 min read
Renting Out a Home
Property Management vs Self-Managing Your Rental
Property management vs self-managing your rental: which is right for you? Compare the costs, time, and trade-offs so you can decide whether to hire a pro or run it yourself.
Apr 17, 20265 min read
Renting Out a Home
Rental Lease Agreement Essentials for Landlords
Every Ontario landlord needs a solid lease. The Standard Lease is mandatory — here are the essentials it must cover, the terms you can add, and the clauses that don't hold up.
Apr 13, 20265 min read
Renting Out a Home
Should You Allow Pets as a Landlord in Ontario?
Should you allow pets as a landlord in Ontario? You may have less choice than you think — "no-pet" clauses are void under the law. Here's what the rules say and how to manage pets smartly.
Apr 09, 20265 min read
Renting Out a Home
How to Buy Your First Rental Property in Ontario
Buying your first rental property in Ontario? Here's a step-by-step plan — from financing and budgeting to running the numbers and becoming a landlord — without the rookie mistakes.
Apr 05, 20265 min read
Renting Out a Home
How Much Down Payment for a Rental Property?
How much down payment do you need for a rental property in Ontario? For a non-owner-occupied rental, lenders typically require 20% down. Here's how it works and how to plan for it.
Mar 31, 20266 min read
Renting Out a Home
How to Find Good Tenants in Ontario
Finding good tenants in Ontario comes down to a clear listing, strong screening, and following the rules. Here's a step-by-step process to fill your rental with reliable people.
Mar 27, 20266 min read
Renting a Home
Repairs and Maintenance: What Tenants Can Expect
Who fixes what in an Ontario rental? Landlords must keep the unit in good repair; tenants handle cleanliness and their own damage. Here's the full breakdown.
Mar 23, 20265 min read
Renting a Home
Moving-Out Checklist for Ontario Renters
Moving out of an Ontario rental? Use this checklist for proper notice, cleaning, your last month's rent deposit, and protecting yourself on the way out.
Mar 19, 20265 min read
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