First-Time Home Buyer

READY TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME? YOU'RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE.

First-Time Home Buyer? Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but navigating the real estate market can feel overwhelming when you are a new home buyer. From budgeting to selecting the right neighborhood, a first-time property buyer faces many critical decisions. If you are searching for affordable starter homes, you likely have questions about where to begin. Our mission is to provide the clear answers and expert market insights you need to feel completely confident in your choices.
Our team of specially trained REALTORS® and support staff is committed to guiding every beginning home buyer through each step of the journey. We provide tailored preparation, expert advice, and personalized home-buying plans with a strict no-pressure approach. Whether you are looking for an entry-level house or an urban condo, we align our strategy with your unique financial goals.

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First-Time Home Buyer

MORTGAGE BASICS FOR NEW HOMEOWNERS

First and foremost, meet with a mortgage broker to gain a clear understanding of your financial situation and how it impacts your ability to purchase your first home. If you don’t have one already, instead, we’re happy to refer you to a trusted partner who can guide you through your options.

GATHER YOUR PRE-APPROVAL DOCUMENTS

  • Income Qualification: T4s, Paystubs, RRSP, and Your Employment Letter
  • Credit Verification: Credit Report, Outstanding Debt, Past Collections etc.
  • Government Issued Photo ID: Driver’s License, Passport, Ontario Photo Card, Status Card etc.
  • Gift Letter: Obtain this document if a family member plans to contribute to your home purchase

4 THINGS TO AVOID ONCE YOU ARE PRE-APPROVED

  • Avoid making any big purchases
  • Avoid quitting or changing jobs
  • Avoid applying for new credit
  • Avoid co-signing on a loan

THE FINE PRINT OF BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME

Government Incentives for First-Time Buyers in Ontario.

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HOME BUYER’S PLAN: enables you to withdraw funds from your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) to buy or build a home. This program allows you to withdraw up to $35,000 without being taxed. This Plan allows you to pay back the withdrawn funds within a 15 year period.

Source: Canada HBP

HOME BUYER’S TAX CREDIT: enables you to claim up to $5000 for the purchase of a home on your personal tax return for the year of purchase. This helps to cover any closing costs.

Source: Canada HBTC

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CANADA’S FIRST TIME HOME BUYING INCENTIVE:

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Is a shared-equity mortgage aimed at LOWERING first-time home buyers monthly mortgage payments WITHOUT increasing the amount you need for a down payment.

  • The government contributes 5-10% of the purchase price
  • The Loan is INTEREST-FREE
  • The Loan must be paid in full within 25 years of when the home was purchased and/or when the home is sold.

HOW TO KNOW WHEN YOU’RE READY TO BUY

Points to stay within your comfort zone as a First-Time Home Buyer:

  1. To begin with, aim to keep your monthly mortgage payments below 40% of your household take-home income

  2. Additionally, Save up at least 5% of the purchase price for your down payment

  3. Ideally, you want to try to keep your credit score above 680

  4. Finally, plan to stay in your new home longer than 3 years to cover your upfront costs.

Affordable starter homes for first-time buyers in Southern Ontario

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For sale $999,000
205 - 2180 MARINE DRIVE, Oakville, Ontario

205 - 2180 Marine Drive

Oakville, Ontario

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,400 - 1,599 sqft
Engel & Volkers Oakville
For sale $1,499,000
337000 33RD LINE, Zorra, Ontario

337000 33rd Line

Zorra, Ontario

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,500 - 2,000 sqft
Royal LePage Triland Realty Brokerage
For sale $10,900,000
350 KING STREET, Oakville, Ontario

350 King Street

Oakville, Ontario

5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom 5,000 - 100,000 sqft
RE/MAX Aboutowne Realty Corp.
For sale $33,000,000
2054 LAKESHORE ROAD E, Oakville, Ontario

2054 Lakeshore Road E

Oakville, Ontario

7 Bedroom 13 Bathroom 5,000 - 100,000 sqft
RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.
For sale $6,999,900
3206 SHORELINE DRIVE, Oakville, Ontario

3206 Shoreline Drive

Oakville, Ontario

6 Bedroom 7 Bathroom 5,000 - 100,000 sqft
RE/MAX Alliance Realty
For sale $1,499,000
208 - 2180 MARINE DRIVE, Oakville, Ontario

208 - 2180 Marine Drive

Oakville, Ontario

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,800 - 1,999 sqft
Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.
For sale $1,399,000
10599 LAKESHORE ROAD, Wainfleet, Ontario

10599 Lakeshore Road

Wainfleet, Ontario

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,500 - 2,000 sqft
A.g. Robins & Company Ltd
For rent $4,000 Monthly
1904 MACDONALD DRIVE, Fort Erie, Ontario

1904 Macdonald Drive

Fort Erie, Ontario

3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 1,500 - 2,000 sqft
Royal LePage NRC Realty
For rent $3,000 Monthly
11611 BEACH ROAD W, Wainfleet, Ontario

11611 Beach Road W

Wainfleet, Ontario

5 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,500 - 2,000 sqft
Real Broker Ontario Ltd.
For sale $465,000
11573 BEACH ROAD E, Wainfleet, Ontario

11573 Beach Road E

Wainfleet, Ontario

1,100 - 1,500 sqft
Royal LePage NRC Realty
For sale $849,900
3840 TERRACE LANE, Fort Erie, Ontario

3840 Terrace Lane

Fort Erie, Ontario

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,100 - 1,500 sqft
Royal LePage NRC Realty
For sale $570,000
19 LAKESHORE ROAD, Port Colborne, Ontario

19 Lakeshore Road

Port Colborne, Ontario

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1,100 - 1,500 sqft
Royal LePage NRC Realty

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