LAND TRANSFER TAX REBATE FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS

This is incredible news for first time buyers who are buying a re-sale home or condo. The Provincial Government has announced that it is expanding the PROVINCIAL land transfer tax rebate for first-time buyers to include re-sale housing!

Provincial Land Transfer Tax Rebate Information

First-time buyers of both re-sale, and newly constructed homes, will be eligible for a rebate of the provincial land transfer tax of up to $2,000.
Effective for first-time buyers who enter into Agreements of Purchase and Sale after December 13, 2007.
This change is being implemented by provincial legislation introduced on December 13, 2007. The Ministry of Finance has indicated that, until the legislation is passed, first-time buyers of re-sale properties eligible for the rebate can submit their applications for the refund and they will be processed once the legislation has passed. It is not known when the legislation will be passed. Buyers can consult with their lawyers if they have concerns.
The provincial land transfer tax rebate applies in all Ontario municipalities.
Further information is available by calling:

Ministry of Finance
Land Transfer Tax Section
905-433-6361

Or

Ministry of Finance
General Inquiry
1-800-263-7965

Lea Jensen
ROYAL LEPAGE
www.mississauga-properties.ca/

Posted by LJ- Guest Blogger in Toronto Real Estate