
Em Norton
Writer at Money Canada
Articles
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1 week ago |
ca.finance.yahoo.com | Em Norton
It can be hard to prioritize the hobbies and activities you love amidst the rising cost of living. But, doing these things is also an important part of maintaining your wellbeing. That being said, people are finding their way around paying for activities, especially in fitness facilities like pilates and yoga studios.
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2 months ago |
moneywise.com | Vawn Himmelsbach |Em Norton
When is a building deemed uninhabitable? The rules vary by state, but generally, a property is considered legally uninhabitable if it violates the building code or if it’s not safe to live in — for example, if it’s structurally unsound or lacks reliable heat, plumbing or electricity. Other factors that may render a building uninhabitable include mold, a leaky roof or pipes, no hot water in winter, unsafe elevators or a pest infestation.
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2 months ago |
moneywise.com | Chris Clark |Em Norton
Privatization speculation Pulte’s bold moves have ignited speculation the Trump administration is pushing to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Both are government-sponsored entities (GSEs) and have been under federal conservatorship since the 2008 financial crisis in which they were bailed out. Together, the companies back 70% of the mortgage market, according to The New York Times.
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2 months ago |
moneywise.com | Maurie Backman |Em Norton
The financial implications Selling your home could put a pile of cash in your pocket if you have equity. But you could also end up with a tax bill on your hands. There's a capital gains tax exclusion of $250,000 for single tax-filers and $500,000 for joint filers for people who sell their homes. You should qualify if the house was your primary residence and if you owned it for at least two years before selling it.
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Mar 28, 2025 |
moneywise.com | Chris Clark |Em Norton
Why this week could mean more cash in your pocket Mid-April is traditionally the heart of the spring home-buying season. Buyers are shaking off the winter doldrums, tax refunds are hitting bank accounts, and the weather is finally cooperating. According to the report, the benefits of listing during this week may include above-average prices, above-average buyer demand, quicker market pace, lower competition from other sellers and below-average price reductions.
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