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First-Time Buyers Resources

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First-Time Buyer Hub

Buying your first place and don't know where to start? We've got you covered with tips and advice for first-timers. Feel free to browse through the options below, or click here for an easy-to-navigate list of all our first-time buyers resources.

First-Time Buyers Resources

So what is a condo, anyway?

So what is a condo, anyway?

Basically, it’s a form of property ownership where you own your unit, then share ownership of the rest of the building. Here’s how it works.

What is a condo corporation, and why should I care?

What is a condo corporation, and why should I care?

What is a condo corporation, and why should I care?

Condos: the good, the bad and the ugly

Condos: the good, the bad and the ugly

Is buying a condo a good idea for you? Here’s a quick list of pros and cons to help you decide.

Finding a condo that’s in good financial shape

Finding a condo that’s in good financial shape

What a status certificate is for, why a reserve fund is important, and how you can do your best to avoid the dreaded special assessment.

7 myths about maintenance fees

7 myths about maintenance fees

Clearing up misconceptions about maintenance fees, what they’re used for and how much they’ll run you every month.

What does it cost to buy a condo?

What does it cost to buy a condo?

It’s more than the list price you see online – there’s also stuff like mortgage insurance, land transfer taxes and closing costs to think about.

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