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London, Ontario Real Estate Blog
Plain answers to the questions people ask before they buy or sell in London and Southwestern Ontario, with the sources listed on every post.
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Buying a House in London, Ontario: The Process and the Costs
Buying a house in London, Ontario, step by step: down payment rules, CMHC, land transfer tax, FHSA and HBP, agent agreements, inspection and closing. -
Buying a New Build Home in London, Ontario: Tarion Warranty Guide
How Tarion's 1-, 2- and 7-year new home warranty works, the statutory maximums for freehold and condo, and what to check before you buy a new build. -
Buying a Rural Property Near London, Ontario: Wells and Septic Systems
Buying a country home near London, Ontario? What to check on a private well and septic system: water testing, records, inspections and who to ask. -
Condo vs House in London, Ontario: A Decision Framework
Condo or house in London, Ontario? Compare ownership, monthly fees, the status certificate, reserve funds, insurance and lifestyle with a clear framework. -
Down Payment and CMHC Insurance: What Ontario Buyers Need
Minimum down payment tiers in Canada, CMHC insurance premiums of 0.60% to 4.50%, the $1.5M price cap, and Ontario's provincial tax on premiums explained. -
The First-Time Home Buyer Checklist for London, Ontario
A step-by-step first-time home buyer checklist for London, Ontario: from budget and mortgage pre-approval to offer, conditions, lawyer and closing day. -
First-Time Home Buyer Programs in Ontario: 2026 Guide
FHSA, Home Buyers' Plan, land transfer tax refund, the federal GST rebate on new homes and 30-year amortization: what Ontario first-time buyers can use. -
Home Inspection Guide: What Ontario Buyers Should Know
What a home inspection covers, red flags like foundation cracks, roof wear, electrical and moisture problems, and how to use the report as an Ontario buyer. -
How Much Money Do You Need to Buy a House in Ontario?
Down payment tiers, CMHC insurance, Ontario land transfer tax worked out at $450,000 and $600,000, plus closing costs and FHSA and HBP savings sources. -
London, Ontario Housing Market: Latest Prices, Sales and Inventory
London, Ontario housing market in plain numbers: September 2026 LSTAR sales, benchmark and average prices, inventory, and what each measure means. -
London, Ontario Housing Market Report: September 2026
September 2026 LSTAR data for London, Ontario: 561 sales, $552,500 composite benchmark, 5.9 months of inventory, plus St. Thomas and area benchmarks. -
London, Ontario Property Tax Guide for Homeowners
How City of London property tax bills work: interim and final instalments, 2026 due dates, the 1.25% monthly penalty, pre-authorized payments and who to call.
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