Here’s a basic list of things you will need to consider and inquire about before beginning to build your new home.

Where the sun will rise and set to determine lighting in your home on a particular lot

Nearby schools

Survey fees – are they included?

Home inspection costs

Land transfer fees

Provincial transfer fees

what will be built on nearby property i.e. undeveloped land or conservation areas

Whether the square footage is calculated from the outside or the inside of the walls

City utilities i.e. city transportation, schools buses etc.

Policies for touring the site while your home is being built

who to contact if you run into any problems during the building process

Your new home warranty

Helpful links to help gather additional information.

Mortgage Wise - A guide for home buyers
The main focus of Mortgage Wise is mortgages; it also covers the various issues involved in buying a home.

Glossary of Terms for Mortgages
This site will help explain common terms used when talking about mortgages.

Bank of Montreal Mortgage Solutions

London Home Builders Association
Financing your New Home, Mortgage Insurance, Government Programs, Choosing the Right Builder, Ontario New Home Warranty Program and much more.

New Home Buyers Guide
Don’t forget to order yours from the LHBA.

Moving Checklist
This site will help you get organized for your move day as well as to get organized after you move in.

City of London

The London Free Press

London Health Sciences Centre

London Economic Development Corporation

Public School Board

Separate School Board

French Language School Board