January 2026

Land Transfer Tax (LTT: The Closing Cost Most Buyers Don't Budget For

Posted on Jan 14, 2026

When you buy a home in Burlington, there is a cost called Land Transfer Tax. This is a one-time tax paid to the province when you buy a home. You pay it on closing day.

For many buyers, this is the biggest cost after the down payment.

Good news for Burlington buyers
If you buy a home in Burlington, you only pay Ontario’s land transfer tax. Buyers in T...

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