Homeowner and buyer information and guides

Share these guides with your clients to help them make more informed decisions about their current or future home.

Homebuying

  • Homebuying Step by Step
  • A comprehensive guide and workbook that breaks down the homebuying process into ten simple steps. Includes worksheets and examples.
  • Condominium Buyers' Guide
  • An in-depth guidebook on the particulars of condominium ownership, finding the right condominium and getting help from experts.
  • Choosing a Neighbourhood with Sustainable Features
  • A brochure that examines how to choose an affordable neighbourhood with sustainable features and community-focused conveniences.
  • Understanding Your New Home Sales Contract
  • A descriptive walk-through that highlights what to look for in a contract with detailed explanations.
  • Hiring a Home Inspector
  • A detailed brochure that addresses 10 key questions your clients should ask themselves when choosing a home inspector.
  • Selecting a New Home Builder
  • A concise booklet full of practical advice on how to find a reputable home builder.
  • Mortgage Loan Insurance
  • An overview of what mortgage loan insurance is and what options are available to your clients.
  • Housing for Newcomers
  • Guides that cover everything newcomers to Canada need to know about homes. Available in English, French, Mandarin, Punjabi, Urdu, Tagalog, Spanish and Arabic.

Renovating

  • Assessing the Renovation Project
  • A helpful guide that identifies common questions to ask before beginning a renovation project. Includes checklists.
  • Hiring a Contractor
  • In-depth information and checklists on how to choose a contractor who has the skills and qualifications needed.
  • Sample Renovation Contract
  • An example of what a contract may look like with a detailed explanation of its contents.
  • Before You Renovate
  • Practical tips and helpful information to consider before renovating.
  • Step-by-Step Renovation
  • A succinct guide that walks through the entire renovation process in eight simple steps.

Home maintenance and protection

  • Home Maintenance Schedule
  • Practical maintenance schedules and checklists for every season.
  • How to Lock Out Crime: Home Security – Alarms
  • An informative guide to help homeowners decide if installing an alarm system is right for them.
  • How to Lock Out Crime: Home Security 101
  • A systematic walk-through on crime prevention and how to make a home more secure. Includes checklists.

Energy efficiency

  • Healthy Housing Fact Sheets
  • A series of brochures that take a room-by-room look at various features that can be included or added to your home to make it healthier for you and for the environment.
  • Renovating for Energy Savings
  • An insightful guidebook that describes energy-saving options for houses of specific styles and ages.
  • Energy-Efficient Housing Made More Affordable
  • A brochure explaining how homeowners can help the planet and their wallets at the same time with an energy-efficient house.
  • Upgrades for greener homes
  • Inspiring projects that save energy and reduce your impact on the environment — in every room and any type of home.
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