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Yekaterina Galanova
Yekaterina Galanova enjoys writing about personal finance, as well as aesthetic topics, though she is open to discovering new niches. She enjoys reading, traveling and beautiful landscapes.
Blog posts by Yekaterina Galanova

4 min read
Is It Better to Rent or Buy a House?
Whether renting or buying is better depends on your money, stability, and how long you’ll stay.

8 min read
The housing market in Toronto vs Calgary: What you need to know
Housing markets vary throughout Canada. Here’s the difference between Calgary and Toronto.

5 min read
How much is a mortgage downpayment in Canada?
The down payment is the amount of money you put down towards a mortgage loan when buying a house. The standard down payment for a mortgage in Canada is 20% but can be as low as 5% or as high as 35%.

7 min read
What do you need to open a bank account?
Opening a bank account in Canada isn’t a daunting feat or an insurmountable challenge. It is quite easy! Learn how right here.