Pre-construction buyer guides
What first-time buyers and investors need to know before buying a new condo or home in Ontario. Reviewed November 2026.
First-time buyer's guide to pre-construction in Ontario
How first-time buyers in Ontario can buy a pre-construction condo or home: down payment, FHSA and RRSP, land transfer tax refunds, HST rebates, deposits and closing costs.
Pre-construction deposits in Ontario: how they work and how they are protected
How pre-construction deposit structures work in Ontario, typical amounts for condos and freehold homes, Tarion deposit protection and what happens to your deposit.
Investing in pre-construction in the GTA: a practical guide
What GTA pre-construction investors should check: deposits, interim occupancy, closing costs, renting, assignments and how they are taxed.
What is VIP or platinum access for pre-construction?
How VIP and platinum access works for GTA pre-construction: early pricing, first pick of units, worksheets and how to register.