Do I need a lawyer to buy a house in Ontario?

Yes. In Ontario only a lawyer can register the transfer of a property and handle the closing funds, so every purchase and sale needs one.

When should I hire a real estate lawyer?

As early as you can, ideally before you sign the agreement of purchase and sale, and at the latest as soon as your offer is accepted.

What does a real estate lawyer do on closing day?

They search the title, deal with the other side's lawyer, calculate the final adjustments, receive and send the money, and register the transfer.

How much does a real estate lawyer cost?

Fees vary by lawyer and by how complex the deal is, and there are separate government and search costs. Ask for the full amount in writing before you hire anyone.

Real Estate Lawyers for Scarborough Matters

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest money decisions most people ever make. A real estate lawyer checks the paperwork, makes sure the title is clean, and moves the money safely on closing day.

Tell us a few details about your deal and your closing date. We'll help connect you with a real estate lawyer available to assist with matters in Scarborough and the surrounding area.

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What these lawyers handle

House and condo purchases
House and condo sales
Mortgage refinancing
Pre-construction condo closings
Title transfers between family members
Assignment of purchase agreements
Title insurance and title searches
Reviewing an agreement of purchase and sale

You may need a real estate lawyer if…

You have an accepted offer and need someone to close the deal.

Your closing date is coming up fast and you have no lawyer yet.

You are adding or removing a name on the title of your home.

You are refinancing and your bank asked for a lawyer.

You bought a pre-construction condo and the builder set a closing date.

You found a problem with the property after you signed.

You want someone to read the agreement before you sign it.

Lawyers available for Scarborough matters

John Zinati

B.A., LL.B.

Lawyer

Partner, Real Estate Lawyer

Zinati Kay Barristers & Solicitors

Scarborough, ON

Real estate lawyer with 25+ years of practice and over 25,000 closed transactions without a title claim.

Residential purchases & salesMortgage refinancingCondo purchases & assignmentsCommercial property transactions

Called:: 1996
Phone:: 416-321-8766

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