Are you a first-time homebuyer in Ontario and wondering if there are any grants or incentives available to help you with your purchase? The good news is that there are a number of programs offered by both the federal and provincial governments that can provide financial assistance to eligible homebuyers. Here's a breakdown of some of the most popular first-time home buyer grants in Canada.
Home Buyer's Plan (HBP

The Home Buyer's Plan (HBP) is a federal program that allows first-time homebuyers to withdraw up to $35,000 from their RRSPs to use towards the purchase of a home. The withdrawal is considered a loan and must be paid back to the RRSP within 15 years. The HBP can be a great way to access additional funds for your down payment, while still maintaining your retirement savings.
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Home Buyers' Plan (HBP)First-time Home Buyers' Tax Credit (HBTC)

The First-time Home Buyers' Tax Credit (HBTC) is a federal tax credit that can provide up to $750 in tax relief for eligible first-time homebuyers. The credit can be claimed on your personal income tax return and can help offset some of the costs associated with buying a home, such as legal fees and land transfer taxes.
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First-Time Home Buyers’ Tax Credit
Land Transfer Tax Refund

In Ontario, first-time homebuyers may be eligible for a refund of all or part of the land transfer tax paid on their purchase. The maximum refund amount is $4,000 and can help offset some of the closing costs associated with buying a home.
First-Time Home Buyer Incentive

The First-Time Home Buyer Incentive is a federal program that provides shared equity loans to eligible first-time homebuyers. The program allows buyers to borrow up to 5% or 10% of the purchase price of a home, depending on whether the property is new or existing. The loan does not require ongoing payments and is only repaid when the home is sold.
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The First-Time Home Buyer IncentiveTo sum up, there are several grants and incentives for first-time home buyers in Ontario for those who qualify. We know choosing your first home can be overwhelming, but our Signature "From Chaos to Calm" method created specifically for First Time Buyers can help break the process down into bite-sized pieces.