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Along with your mortgage agreement, the offer to purchase is one of the most important documents you'll sign. Your lawyer/notary should review any offer or counter-offer you make or receive to ensure your best interests are protected.  
What's Included in an Offer?
  • Proposed purchase price.
  • A list of all items included in the purchase price such as appliances and lighting fixtures.
  • Closing date and date of occupancy.
  • Financing information: the amount of your deposit, interest rate payable on the deposit, amount of down payment and mortgage.
  • Details of the vendor's mortgage if you are assuming it.
  • Conditions to the sale.
  • Any obligations to be fulfilled by the vendor, including time frames for completion (such as repairs or cleaning out belongings).
  • Time period for which the offer is valid.
  • Vendor's obligation to provide an up-to-date survey.
  • Any real estate commissions.
 
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Hire a Home Inspector

An experienced property inspector is invaluable. Include a satisfactory home inspection, conducted by the inspector of your choice, as a condition of your offer. A knowledgeable inspector can determine whether there are serious defects with the house that might cause you to reconsider your offer.

 

Applying for a Mortgage

Once your offer to purchase is accepted, make your formal application for a mortgage. You will need to provide your lender with:

  • Your financial information, including assets and liabilities, monthly expenses and employment earnings.*
  • Evidence of your down payment and income.*
  • Site and floor plans and specifications if the house is being built.
  • The accepted offer and MLS listing if available.
  • Your pre-arranged mortgage certificate if you pre-arranged your mortgage.
 
*Unless previously provided when you pre-arranged your mortgage.