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Your complete roadmap to purchasing a home in Ontario
Know your budget before you start looking. A mortgage pre-approval gives you negotiating power and shows sellers you're serious. We connect you with trusted mortgage brokers who shop 40+ lenders.
Bedrooms, neighbourhood, commute time, schools — we help you build a priority list that balances wants vs. needs so your search is focused and efficient.
We provide detailed market metrics for every home we tour — comparable sales, DOM trends, and neighbourhood data — so you're never making a blind decision.
We analyze sold comparables, days on market, and buyer competition to craft an offer with the right price, terms, and conditions to win — without overpaying.
Home inspection, financing condition, status certificate (condos) — we guide you through every protective clause and explain what you're agreeing to before you sign.
From lawyer selection to final walkthrough, we coordinate everything for a smooth closing day — and we're there when you unlock the door for the first time.
Your lender qualifies you at the higher of your contract rate +2% or 5.25%. If your rate is 5.0%, you're tested at 7.0%. This directly reduces your maximum borrowing power — get pre-approved first so you know exactly where you stand.
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Use the Home Buyers' Plan (HBP) to withdraw up to $35,000 from your RRSP tax-free. Open a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) for up to $40,000 in tax-deductible contributions. First-time buyers in Ontario also qualify for a Land Transfer Tax rebate of up to $4,000 provincial + $4,475 Toronto municipal.
Always get a home inspection before waiving conditions. For condos, review the status certificate with your lawyer — it reveals financial health, reserve funds, and pending special assessments. Secure home insurance before closing; lenders require proof at funding.
Freehold means full land & structure ownership — no condo fees but full maintenance responsibility. Condos offer lower entry points and less upkeep, but monthly fees cover shared amenities. Always review the reserve fund study, AGM minutes, and property management history.
Beyond your down payment, budget for Land Transfer Tax, legal fees (~$1,500+), title insurance (~$750), home inspection (~$500), appraisal (~$400), and adjustments ($2,000–$4,000). These costs are due on closing day — not at offer time.
We provide walk scores, school ratings, transit access, and crime indices for every property. We also research future development applications near any home you're considering — a new condo tower two streets over can affect your resale value significantly.
Our offer strategy is built on sold comparables, DOM analysis, and reading seller motivation. We know when to offer firm (no conditions) and when to insist on protecting you. In multiple offer situations, our experience in competing offers is your biggest advantage.
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