Residential & Commercial Closings

Can a foreign buyer enter into a purchase for a Pre-Construction Condo that closes after the 2-year ban?

The simple answer, is no.  Although not exactly clear, the language in the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act (the "Act"), does...

Foreign Buyer Ban and Anti-House Flipping Laws Implemented in 2023

The Foreign Buyer Ban If you have been trying to buy a house over the last few years, you may feel it's impossible to get one...

What to discuss with your real estate lawyer when buying a condo

When purchasing real estate, the help of an experienced real estate lawyer can be invaluable. But if you are purchasing a condo, there are some notable...

What is Land Transfer Tax and How Do I Calculate How Much I Owe?

As the famous saying goes – 'Nothing is certain except death and taxes.' When purchasing or selling a real estate property in Canada, you must consider...

Understanding Delayed Occupancy Compensation

In Ontario, once qualified for enrollment with Tarion, a condo developer can initially set its own tentative and outside occupancy dates for a new condo development....

What is the role of a lawyer in a real estate transaction?

Buying a house is one of the most significant investments you will ever make in your life. You are not just buying a house where you...

Backing Out of a Purchase Agreement

Toronto has experienced the fastest growing market on record. Buyers have been participating in bidding wars, fighting hard to lock themselves into a contract on a...

Common Problems Buyers Can Avoid at Closing

Purchasing a new home can be very exciting. You find the home of your dreams and the seller accepts your offer. You imagine the life that...

Important Questions To Ask Your Real Estate Lawyer

Regardless of whether you are buying or selling a property, and no matter how many real estate transactions you have conducted in the past, there are...

The Ontario Residential Condominium Buyers’ Guide

Buying any new home is a significant step not to mention a hefty investment. And with condominiums, in particular, there are a number of factors to...