Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Renting versus Owning If I am renting, how do I know if I can afford a home of my own? Click here to see a comparison between renting and owning. Closing Costs What other costs are there in buying a home? Mortgage Information An up-to-date site with the latest mortgage rates and a mortgage calculator. Get Pre-Approved! Fill out an on-line mortgage pre-approval application. Know how much you can afford before you shop. Glossary of Terms If you are overwhelmed by the terms used in the real estate, mortgage and finance industry here's a good glossary of terms to help you. Calculate Land Transfer Tax Going Green Get started on the road to being "green"