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What a BC presale actually costs you
Deposits, GST, property transfer tax and the monthly carry, using the current BC and federal rules, including the first-time-buyer GST rebate.
Based on View Star I - Building E, from $999,990Change
Your numbers
$
sq ft
%
%
yrs
$/mo
$/mo
CASH YOU NEED TO CLOSE
$201,998
Deposits plus everything due on completion day
Monthly carry
$4,810
Deposits
$50,000
Tax relief saves you $67,999
Cash to close
Deposits paid during construction5% across construction$50,000
Balance of down payment$149,999
GST at 5%$50,000
First time buyer GST rebate100% under $1M, phased out to $1.5M-$50,000
Property transfer tax$18,000
Newly built home exemptionFull relief to $1.1M, any buyer, principal residence-$18,000
Legal and closing$2,000
Total cash required$201,998
Every month
Mortgage payment4.29% over 25 years$4,335
Strata fee$330
Property tax$145
Monthly cost$4,810
Estimates only. Rates, fees and taxes change, and eligibility depends on your situation. This is not financial or tax advice. Confirm with your mortgage broker, lawyer and accountant before committing.
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