As the national capital, Ottawa's housing market leans on a large base of federal and tech employment, with steady demand across first-time buyers, renewals, and move-up purchases in Kanata, Orleans, and Barrhaven.
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Choosing a first-time buyer mortgage agent in Ottawa
Pick an agent who walks first-timers through the full process step by step and is upfront about all program eligibility rules, not just the headline benefit.
First-time buyer mortgage agents in Ottawa — common questions
As little as 5% on homes under $500,000, with a sliding scale up to 20% for homes over $1.5 million, though mortgage insurance applies under 20% down.
It's a registered account that lets first-time buyers contribute up to $8,000/year (lifetime max $40,000) tax-free, with tax-deductible contributions, specifically to save for a home.
Yes, through the Home Buyers' Plan you can withdraw up to $60,000 tax-free from your RRSP for a first home, which must be repaid over 15 years.