Does that new-build price include the HST rebate?

New-home buyers in Ontario can receive up to $130,000 in HST relief on eligible purchases, but prices advertised as "exclusive of HST" do not reflect this rebate. The HST must be added first, then rebates applied, affecting the final cost. Lot premiums and upgrades can increase the purchase price and reduce HST relief, raising total costs beyond the upgrade price. Buyers should verify actual costs, including HST and rebates, before purchase.