ADDITIONAL CLOSING COSTS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A HOME
When you decide you are ready to purchase a home, in addition to your down payment, there are closing costs you need to budget for.
Appraisal Costs: An appraisal may be required by your financial institution to obtain your mortgage approval to determine the value of your home.
Home Inspection: A report of the condition of the home you are buying conducted by a Professional Home Inspector generally ranging from $350-$650.00 depending on the detail of the report and size of the home being inspected.
Mortgage Insurance: Is required for mortgages with less than 20% down payment. This premium cost is typically added to your mortgage payment and is based on the down payment amount.
Home Insurance: Is an insurance that is the requirement of the Lender prior to possession that covers the replacement value of your home and its contents.
Property Land Transfer Tax: This value is based upon the value of the home you are purchasing.
GST: Is payable on all new home build purchases.
Legal Fees: Fees paid to your Lawyer for their services rendered in the sale/purchase of a home.
Additional costs to consider: Some other additional costs to consider when purchasing a home are moving expenses, cleaning expenses, appliances, outdoor equipment, and/or re-decorating your home.
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