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Real estate law

Protecting buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants by clarifying rights, obligations, and remedies in property-related agreements.

From drafting contracts to resolving disputes, real estate law provides the framework that brings security and certainty to property ownership and development.

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From agreements to resolving disputes

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Understanding the contracts

It safeguards the rights and interests of buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants by clearly defining their legal obligations and protections.

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

Real Estate Law: Protecting Your Property Interests

A real estate lawyer in Ontario handles all legal aspects of buying, selling, or refinancing property. This includes:

  • Reviewing agreements of purchase and sale
  • Conducting title searches and resolving title issues
  • Registering property title and mortgage documents
  • Handling the land transfer tax
  • Managing all funds securely and facilitating closing

Yes. In Ontario, both buyers and sellers are legally required to use a licensed real estate lawyer to complete a property transaction. Your lawyer ensures the title is transferred correctly and protects your interests throughout the process.

Ideally, you should contact a lawyer as soon as your offer is accepted. Early involvement allows your lawyer to review the agreement, flag any legal concerns, and coordinate with your realtor and lender from the start.

Yes! At Gurizzan Law, we proudly offer fully remote legal services for real estate transactions across Ontario. You can sign documents virtually and close from the comfort of your home, office, or anywhere in the province.

Title insurance protects you against fraud, zoning violations, title defects, and other issues affecting your ownership. While optional, it is highly recommended—and often required by lenders—as part of your closing.

Land transfer tax (LTT) is a provincial tax payable by the buyer on closing day. In Toronto, there is also a municipal land transfer tax. First-time home buyers may qualify for a rebate of up to $4,000.

Absolutely! We have extensive experience in pre-construction condo closings and can help you understand interim occupancy, builder adjustments, and final closing costs.

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