Closing Costs for Hamilton Home Buyers: How Much Cash Do You Actually Need?

Hamilton and Ancaster buyer guide Closing Costs for Hamilton Home Buyers: How Much Cash Do You Actually Need? Your down payment is only part of the cash you may need to buy a home. Before you write an offer, separate the deposit, down payment, land transfer tax and other closing costs so you know wh

Ontario's New 10-Day Cooling-Off Period for Freehold New Builds Starts January 1, 2027

Ontario new construction | buyer protection change Ontario's New 10-Day Cooling-Off Period for Freehold New Builds Starts January 1, 2027 Qualifying buyers of new freehold homes will have 10 days to reconsider the purchase after the required information, signatures and fully executed agreement are i

Should You Buy First or Sell First in Ontario?

  Ontario home move planning Should You Buy First or Sell First in Ontario? If the money from your current home is needed to buy the next one, selling first usually gives you more certainty. Buying first can still make sense when the financing has been properly reviewed and the next home would be di

Your Offer Was Accepted in Ontario. What Happens Next?

Ontario Buyer Guide | Hamilton & Ancaster Your Offer Was Accepted in Ontario. What Happens Next? Getting an offer accepted is exciting, but there are still conditions, deadlines, professionals and closing details that need to come together before the house is actually yours. By Derek Paquette, REALT