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Vacant Home Tax Calculator

Calculate vacancy and underused housing taxes that apply to homes left empty in major Canadian markets.

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Applies if vacant > 6 months/year. Declaration required annually.

Annual vacancy tax owed

$27,000

Toronto Vacant Home Tax at 3% of assessed value

Toronto Vacant Home Tax$27,000
Total annual tax$27,000

Most cities require an annual occupancy declaration even if your home is occupied — missing the deadline results in the property being treated as vacant by default. Check your municipality's declaration portal.

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