Financial Skills for the Real World: Housing II

Under what circumstances do you have to pay HST and LTT when purchasing a home? Learn about various fees that realtors rarely mention, the difference between FRM, ARM, and VRM, as well as the various designations real estate agents have. Knowing where to find economic fundamentals data about the housing market might be great, but how do you actually use the tools covered during Housing I? Lastly, you will be provided with a detailed step-by-step guide to buying a home.

Learning Outcomes:
• Know the pros and cons of the different types of mortgages (FRM, ARM, and VRM).
• Learn how to calculate the impact that changes in interest rates have on your ongoing mortgage payments.


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