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Cost to carry, firm to closing
Between going firm and closing there is no mortgage, but there is plenty of money going out: deposits, the return those deposits are not earning, rent, and the upgrade and lot premium cheques that fall due along the way.
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Estimates only, for information. Not mortgage, tax or legal advice. Rates, rules and rebates change; confirm every figure with your lender, lawyer and the CRA before you rely on it.
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