All articles about Yukon First-Time Home Buyer Guide.
Why CMHC's national resources fall short for Whitehorse buyers, and what Yukon-specific alternatives actually cover the YHC program, permafrost inspections, and heating costs.
Why appraisal gaps are common in Whitehorse's low-inventory market, how lenders handle them, and what cash reserves you need to close when your offer beats the appraisal.
How to buy a first home in Whitehorse when you're cash-constrained: Yukoner First Home Program, FHSA, HBP, zero land transfer tax, and the right entry-point properties.
What it actually costs to build a house in Whitehorse—foundation requirements, construction timelines, new construction vs resale, and Whistle Bend specifics.
Whether buying privately or through an agent in Whitehorse, what you need to know: how FSBO sales work in Yukon, what role your lawyer plays, and when skipping an agent costs more than it saves.
Complete breakdown of Yukon closing costs: no land transfer tax, exact Land Titles registration fees, lawyer fees in Whitehorse, and how much cash to set aside.
A practical comparison of condominiums, row houses, semi-detached homes, and mobile homes in Whitehorse by price, maintenance burden, energy costs, and new home warranty coverage.
Real numbers on Whitehorse homeownership costs: municipal water/sewer rates, septic system expenses, well water setup, and heating bills for Yukon buyers.
How to buy, insulate, and retrofit an energy efficient home in Whitehorse. Covers Good Energy rebates, blower door tests, thermal imaging, and R-value requirements.
How Kwanlin Dün and Ta'an Kwäch'än citizens access homeownership on settlement land in Yukon, including leasehold mortgages, the KDFN market housing policy, rural loans, and the Housing Accelerator Fund.
The exact documentation sequence, prerequisite capital requirements, and eligibility rules for the Yukon Housing Corporation's first-time buyer down payment assistance program.
Why appraisal gaps are common in the Whitehorse market, how much cash to reserve, and how to structure your offer and financing so a gap doesn't kill your deal.
Practical tactics for winning multiple-offer situations in Whitehorse's tight housing market without waiving protections or overextending on price. Includes appraisal gap strategy.
How to use the RRSP Home Buyers' Plan and First Home Savings Account together when buying your first home in Yukon, including minimum down payment rules and the Yukoner First Home Program.
A practical step-by-step guide to buying your first home in Whitehorse, Yukon — from saving for the down payment through closing day and post-purchase retrofits.
Real Whitehorse heating costs compared across furnace oil, electricity, propane, and wood pellets—plus Good Energy rebates that offset the upfront retrofit cost.
What a home inspection in Whitehorse must cover—permafrost indicators, PWF integrity, screw jack foundations, geotechnical risks, and thermal imaging.
Finding a mortgage broker in Whitehorse who understands northern real estate—permafrost foundations, appraisal gaps, and YHC stacking.
Whitehorse housing prices in 2025 by dwelling type, inventory dynamics, and why the market is so competitive for first-time buyers.
Comparing a structured Yukon home buying guide to assembling advice from lawyers, brokers, and Reddit threads. Which approach protects your budget in Whitehorse?
How the Yukoner First Home Program, FHSA, and RRSP Home Buyers' Plan work together to reduce the down payment barrier in Whitehorse.
Step-by-step guide to applying for the Yukon residential lot lottery, including Whistle Bend, costs, 24-hour acceptance rule, and building commitment.
A direct comparison of entering the Yukon government lot lottery versus purchasing existing resale property in Whitehorse — costs, odds, timelines, and risks for first-time buyers.
How Yukon property tax works, the 2026 Whitehorse mill rate, the Home Owners Grant, and what first-time buyers should budget before closing.