We hope that your year is off to a great start! Are you thinking about buying a new home this year? If so, you're probably considering and saving for a down payment. But, just how much do you need? Well, that depends on the price of your home.

Homes Under $500,000

In Canada, the minimum down payment for a home is 5%. So if you're buying a home for less than $500,000, you're required to put 5% down.

Homes Between $500,000 - $999,999

Are you looking for a home in this price range? You'll need to plan on 5% for the first $500,000 and then 10% for the amount above $500,000.

Homes $1 Million and Up

​Any home with a purchase price of a million dollars or more requires a minimum of 20% down.

If you're paying less than 20% on any home purchase price, you're required to purchase mortgage default insurance. So, make sure that you consider that in your savings. We hope that this helps you understand your options better. Our Team works with great lenders that can guide you through the mortgage process. Please give us a call, or reply to this email to discuss your move in 2022.