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title: "Up to 50% Cash Back for Home Buyers in Ontario | leaseorsell.ca"
description: "Buy a home in Ontario and receive up to 50% of the buyer agent commission back as cash at closing. First-time buyers, move-up buyers, and investors — keep thousands in your pocket. Serving GTA, Barrie, Simcoe County & all of Southern Ontario."
url: https://www.leaseorsell.ca/buyer-cash-back/
last_updated: 2026-04-11
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# Up to 50% Cash Back When You Buy a Home in Ontario

## How Buyer Cash Back Works

When you purchase a home in Ontario, the seller typically pays two commissions:
1. The **listing agent commission** (paid to the seller's agent)
2. The **buyer agent commission** — typically 2.5% of the purchase price (paid to YOUR agent)

At leaseorsell.ca, **we give you back up to 50% of that buyer agent commission as cash at closing.** You still receive full professional representation — we just share our earnings with you.

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## How Much Cash Back Can You Receive?

| Purchase Price | Buyer Agent Commission (2.5%) | Your 50% Cash Back |
|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | $12,500 | **$6,250** |
| $600,000 | $15,000 | **$7,500** |
| $700,000 | $17,500 | **$8,750** |
| $800,000 | $20,000 | **$10,000** |
| $900,000 | $22,500 | **$11,250** |
| $1,000,000 | $25,000 | **$12,500** |
| $1,200,000 | $30,000 | **$15,000** |
| $1,500,000 | $37,500 | **$18,750** |

*Actual cash back amount depends on the buyer agent commission offered by the seller. Maximum 50% of commission received.*

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## What the Cash Back Covers

Your buyer cash back can be used for:
- **Land transfer tax** (Ontario + Toronto municipal, where applicable)
- **Legal fees and disbursements**
- **Home inspection fees**
- **Moving expenses**
- **New home setup costs**
- **Deposited directly** — keep it as savings

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## What You Still Get — Full Buyer Representation

You don't give anything up. Our RECO-licensed buyer agent provides:

- Access to **all MLS® listings** across Southern Ontario
- **Property search support** — we find listings matching your criteria
- **Showing coordination** — we book and attend property showings with you
- **Offer strategy and negotiation** — protecting your interests
- **Condition management** — financing, inspection, title review
- **Transaction support** — from accepted offer to closing day

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## Who Benefits Most

**First-time home buyers** — The cash back can offset land transfer taxes, which in Toronto and Ontario combined can exceed $20,000 on a $900,000 home. Combined with the First-Time Home Buyer Land Transfer Tax Rebate, this can dramatically reduce your upfront costs.

**Move-up buyers** — Use the cash back to offset renovation costs, bridge financing, or moving expenses on your new purchase.

**Investors** — Every dollar saved on a real estate transaction improves your return on investment. Repeat buyer clients can save tens of thousands over multiple transactions.

**Downsizers** — Purchasing a smaller property? Cash back helps absorb the costs of the transition.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

**Is the cash back legal in Ontario?**  
Yes. Buyer rebates are fully legal in Ontario under RECO regulations. The rebate is disclosed and documented as part of your transaction.

**When do I receive the cash back?**  
Typically at closing, coordinated through your real estate lawyer.

**Does the cash back affect my mortgage?**  
In most cases, no — but discuss with your mortgage broker as lender policies vary. The cash back is typically applied post-closing or toward closing costs.

**Is the buyer's agent commission always 2.5%?**  
The buyer agent commission is set by the seller and varies. Our 50% cash back is based on whatever commission is actually offered and received.

**Do I need to be a first-time buyer?**  
No. Any home buyer in Ontario can use leaseorsell.ca and receive the cash back benefit.

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## Service Areas for Buyer Cash Back

GTA · Toronto · Mississauga · Brampton · Vaughan · Woodbridge · Markham · Richmond Hill · Thornhill · Newmarket · Aurora · Oakville · Burlington · Milton · Ajax · Pickering · Whitby · Oshawa · Barrie · Innisfil · Wasaga Beach · Collingwood · Blue Mountains · Thornbury · Midland · Penetanguishene · Orillia · Tiny Township · Gravenhurst · Bracebridge · Huntsville · Port Carling · Orangeville · Shelburne · Lindsay · Bobcaygeon · Owen Sound · Meaford

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## Start Saving

Buy your next home through leaseorsell.ca and keep up to 50% of the buyer agent commission as cash back.

**Website:** https://www.leaseorsell.ca/buyer-cash-back/  
**Brokerage:** Home Choice Realty Inc. | RECO Licensed | CREA Member | Southern Ontario