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Buying: London, Ontario Real Estate Articles
Down payments, land transfer tax, inspections and offers: what to know before you buy a home in London and Southwestern Ontario.
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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. -
Mortgage Pre-Approval in Ontario: A First-Time Buyer's Guide
Pre-approval vs pre-qualification, the documents lenders usually ask for, how rate holds work and the OSFI stress test, explained for Ontario first-time buyers. -
Ontario Land Transfer Tax in 2026: What London Buyers Pay
How Ontario land transfer tax is calculated, with a worked $400,000 example, the first-time buyer refund of up to $4,000, and the 25% non-resident tax. -
Choosing an Agent for Rural, Condo or Investment Properties in London, Ontario
What to check when buying a rural home with a well and septic, a condo with a status certificate, or an investment property around London, Ontario. -
How to Find a Real Estate Agent You Can Trust in London, Ontario
Check RECO registration, understand representation agreements and multiple representation, and ask the right questions before hiring a London, Ontario agent. -
How to Compare Top-Rated REALTORS® in London, Ontario
We do not rank agents. Here is how to compare top-rated London, Ontario REALTORS® using signals you can verify: registration, reviews and track record. -
Questions to Ask Before Making an Offer on a House in Ontario
Ontario buyers: the deposit, conditions, home inspection, status certificate for condos and lawyer questions to settle before you submit an offer.
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