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Buyers usually register interest first, then get access to released units, choose a home, sign an agreement of purchase and sale, and pay deposits on a set schedule. Many projects have interim occupancy for condos before final closing, when title transfers and the balance is due.

In Ontario, new and pre-construction condos carry a 10-day cooling-off (rescission) period under the Condominium Act. This does not apply to freehold houses, so single-family buyers should have a lawyer review the agreement before signing.

Pre-construction purchases typically let a buyer secure a unit with a staged deposit schedule and close later, so capital is committed gradually rather than all at once. That structure carries risk as well as flexibility: values and rents at closing may differ from today's, and nothing here predicts appreciation or returns.

Before buying, compare each location on its own terms. Look at local supply and how quickly nearby new homes sell, rental demand in that town, and whether a condo or single-family home suits your plan. Check the deposit schedule, expected closing date, projected fees and carrying costs, and have a lawyer review the agreement.

Most pre-construction purchases require a deposit paid in stages, so budget for the full schedule and not only the first payment. Ontario has well-known first-time buyer programs, such as the federal First Home Savings Account and land transfer tax rebates, but eligibility rules apply. Confirm current details with official sources and your lawyer or advisor.

Registering early can give you first access to floor plans, pricing and release phases before they are widely available. It also gives you time to arrange financing and review the terms.