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Know what closing really costs.

A clear estimate of the taxes, exemptions, and practical expenses between an accepted offer and the keys.

Purchase details

Purchase price / fair market value$Down payment$

First-time buyerNewly built homeForeign buyer

Editable estimates

Adjust these to match quotes for your transaction.

Legal / notary$Inspection$Appraisal$Title insurance$Tax / strata adjustments$Moving$

Estimated cash at closing

$212,200

Down payment plus estimated closing costs

Down payment: $190,000
B.C. property transfer tax: $17,000
Best eligible PTT exemption: $0
Additional foreign-buyer tax: $0
New-home GST: $0
Estimated first-time GST rebate: $0
Other estimated costs: $5,200
Closing costs total: $22,200

This estimate assumes the purchase price equals fair market value. Exemptions depend on legal eligibility, occupancy, property size, and registration date. Confirm final amounts with your lawyer or notary.

Rules verified September 2026. Sources: B.C. Property Transfer Tax and CRA.