03/24/2026
🏡 First-time buyers — this one’s actually worth paying attention to
The government has rolled out a new GST/HST rebate on new homes, and for once… it’s not completely useless.
I broke it down here (in plain English, not government-speak):
👉 https://kellysantini.com/articles/new-gst-hst-rebate-for-first-time-home-buyers-what-buyers-of-new-homes-should-know/
Quick version:
• You could save up to $50K in GST (yes, real money)
• Full rebate on homes up to $1M, then it tapers off
• Only applies to new builds (sorry resale buyers)
• As always, there are rules… and yes, they matter
Bottom line: this is actually a solid opportunity—but like most things in real estate, the fine print is where people get burned.
If you’re thinking about buying new or pre-construction, it’s worth understanding how this fits into your game plan.
And if you’re confused reading the rules… you're not alone. Happy to help translate.
Full details on the new GST/HST rebate aimed at improving housing affordability for first-time home buyers purchasing newly constructed homes.
