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First-time buyer land transfer tax rebate increasing to $4,000

The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) just announced that first-time buyers will soon receive a bigger and better land transfer tax rebate!In the 2016 Fall Economic Statement, the Government of Ontario announced that the Land Transfer Tax rebate is

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New condos that first-time buyers can afford

Last summer, we highlighted a few new condo projects in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) that first-time buyers could actually afford. With the recent rental series from CBC, which highlights personal stories from Toronto tenants about the struggles of

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Catching up with first-time buyers, Larry and Joan

A year ago, we met up with Larry and Joan to talk to them about their new home purchase at Minto Westside in Toronto. They’re both first-time buyers and we learned a lot about how they made the decision together and why they

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Wycliffe Invites First Time Buyers to Woodbridge

Imagine owning a brand new two-bedroom residence within walking distance to shops, restaurants and services for prices that begin from under $300,000.

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What does the new mortgage rule mean for first-time buyers?

On October 17, 2016, most first-time buyers will have less borrowing power when it comes to being approved for a mortgage. Whenever less than 20% is put down on a home, the mortgage needs to be insured. The new rule states that every insured mortgage

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4 reasons first-time buyers shouldn’t be afraid to buy in Toronto Image

4 reasons first-time buyers shouldn’t be afraid to buy in Toronto

With the average price of new homes in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) still seemingly too high for first-time buyers, we understand if you’re having some second thoughts about calling Toronto home.

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First-time buyers feeling optimistic about the housing market

BMO released the results of a survey conducted by Pollara Strategic Insights, announcing that first-time buyers in Alberta are the most optimistic in the country about buying a new home with more than 50% thinking that now is a good time to do so.

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5 common mistakes that first-time buyers make

Sometimes it seems like buying a house or condo unit is as easy as walking into a store and buying a new shirt. All you have to do is walk into a presentation or sales centre, pick a unit, sign an Agreement of Purchase and Sale, and write your cheques.

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Exclusive First-Time Buyers Program at Perspective Condominiums

The perfect place for metropolitan-minded aspiring home owners, Pianosi Development’s Perspective Condominiums in Etobicoke offers the best of both worlds; spacious, luxury units at a great price, in an excellent location.First time buyers are encouraged

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Stay tuned for more tips and news for first-time buyers!

If you’re a follower of the Newinhomes.com Blog, then you’re aware we frequently post tips and other content for first-time buyers. This month, you’ll see an influx of special features for those of you looking to buy your first home!

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