Rebate News & Market Updates
Daily analysis of the legislation affecting your purchase.
Federal LegislationToday
Senate Committee Reviews Bill C-4: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know
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Elena Vaughn
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Provincial NewsYesterday
Ontario Finance Minister Hints at Accelerated HST Match Timeline
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Marcus Chen
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Market UpdateMar 4
How the Bank of Canada Rate Hold Affects Your Pre-Approval
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Sarah Jenkins
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Industry AnalysisMar 2
Developers Begin Pricing in GST Rebate Expectations for Fall Occupancies
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Elena Vaughn
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Policy ChangeFeb 28
CMHC Updates Mortgage Stress Test Guidelines for New Builds
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Sarah Jenkins
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Evergreen Guides & Strategy
The comprehensive fundamentals of buying new in Ontario.
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The Ultimate First-Time Home Buyer Checklist for Ontario
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First Home Savings Account (FHSA): The $40,000 Tax-Free Advantage
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Home Buyers' Plan (HBP): Using Your RRSP for a Down Payment
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Ontario Land Transfer Tax Rebate: Save up to $4,000
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Home Buyers' Tax Credit: $1,500 Back on Your Tax Return
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The Hidden Costs of Buying Your First Home in Ontario: How to Save Thousands
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Navigating Your First Home Purchase in Ontario: FHSA, Mortgages, & Inspections
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The First 90 Days: A Homeowner’s Guide to Ontario Rebates and Maintenance
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Understanding the Tarion Warranty: What is Covered in Your New Ontario Home?
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The Ultimate Guide to Pre-Construction Deposits: Structure and Protection
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How to Choose the Right Real Estate Lawyer in Ontario
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Exploring the Emerging Markets: Why Cambridge and Guelph are Booming
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House vs. Condo: Which is the Better First Investment?
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Lifestyle, Lawyers, and Land Taxes: The Complete Ontario Move-In Guide
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The Pre-Construction Deposit Structure Explained: What You'll Owe and When
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Development Charges in Ontario: The Hidden Closing Cost No One Warns You About
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The FHSA + Home Buyers' Plan Stack: How to Access $200,000 Tax-Free
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Ontario Mortgage Stress Test 2026: What It Actually Means for Your Pre-Approval
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Pre-Construction vs. Resale in Ontario 2026: A Buyer's Honest Comparison
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How Ontario's 10-Day Cooling-Off Period Works
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The Complete Guide to Capping Development Charges
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What is Tarion Warranty Coverage? Your Builder's Accountability Blueprint
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CMHC Mortgage Insurance: When You Pay It and How to Minimize It
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Ontario First-Time Buyer Timeline: What to Expect at Every Stage
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The Hidden Cost of Development Charges in Toronto & the GTA
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Uncapped vs. Capped Levies: What to Negotiate in Your Pre-Con Contract
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Pre-Construction vs. Resale: The Ultimate 2026 Financial Breakdown
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The 10-Day Cooling-Off Period: 5 Things You MUST Do
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Interim Occupancy vs. Final Closing: The Pre-Con Shadow Mortgage
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How to Budget for Closing Costs on a $1M Toronto Condo
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Are Townhomes the Best FTB Investment in Waterloo Region?
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The Pre-Construction Timeline: From Signing to Keys
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Why You Need a Specialized Real Estate Lawyer for Pre-Construction
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