If land is transferred between parties, there may be an exemption from Land Transfer Taxes (“LTT”) in the following situations:

the land is transferred without consideration and free from any mortgages (ie a gift)
the land is transferred without consideration (but contains a mortgage on it) to a spouse
the land is transferred in compliance with a written agreement of separation or court order (which may specify consideration and assumed mortgages)
For first time home buyers, the maximum amount of LTT refund is $2000 depending on the purchase price of the home. Please see the following Land Transfer Tax calculator.
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