Buyer's Guide - Information makes the difference.
What Are Your Costs?
  • Purchasing a home involves one-time costs and monthly expenses.
  • The largest one-time cost is the down payment. It usually represents between 5-25% of the total price of the property.
  • In addition to the actual purchase price, there are a number of other expenses that you might be expected to pay for. These are listed below:

EXPENSE PAID
Mortgage Application and Appraisal Fee At time of application
Appraisal Fee At inspection
Property Inspection (optional) At inspection
Legal Fees Closing
Legal Disbursements Closing
Deed and/or mortgage registration Closing
Property Survey
(sometimes provided by seller)		 When completed
Land Transfer, Deed Tax or Property
Purchase Tax (in Quebec within 3 months following signing)		 Closing
Mortgage Interest Adjustment and
Take Over Fee (if applicable)		 Closing
Adjustments for Fuel, Taxes, etc. Closing
Mortgage Insurance
(and application fee if applicable)		 Closing
Home and Property Insurance Closing and on-going
Connection charges for utilities
such as gas, water and electricity		 Date of move
Moving Expenses Date of move
Other costs may include:
  • landscaping
  • redecorating
  • furnishings
  • appliances
  • repairs

Typical monthly costs incurred with home ownership are mortgage payments, maintenance, insurance, condo fees, property taxes and utilities.
Buyer Information Index:
» What are your costs?
» What are Market Conditions?
» Why a Pre-Approved mortgage?
» Elements of an offer
» Making an offer
» Home Inspections are a must
» Homeowner's Insurance
» Land Transfer Taxes
» Helpful Moving Tips
» Why hire a legal professional?
 
 

Lena Falcone, B.A., MSc.Ed.
- Sales Representative -

afalcone@trebnet.com

Right At Home Realty Inc., Brokerage

7045 Edwards Blvd., Ste. 401, Mississauga, Ontario L5S 1X2

Phone 905-565-9200

Fax 905-565-6677

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