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In Ontario’s competitive real estate market, flexibility can make or break a deal. One of the most common tools used to introduce that flexibility is a conditional offer, where an agreement only becomes binding once certain conditions are satisfied. At first glance, conditional offers raise an important question: what happens if those conditions are not […]

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with many financial responsibilities that many first-time buyers should be fully prepared for. Understanding all the potential costs involved will help you avoid surprises on closing. Closing Costs When buying a home, there are closing costs that add up, which buyers need to […]

Buying or selling a property is often one of the largest financial decisions you’ll make. It can be stressful even under normal circumstances, and even more so if a buyer or seller passes away before closing. Fortunately, Ontario law generally keeps the Agreement of Purchase and Sale (“APS”) enforceable, binding the estate of the deceased […]

In Ontario, when buying or selling a home, hiring a real estate lawyer is not just a recommendation; it is a requirement. The law is clear that only licensed lawyers can complete real estate transactions. Under the Law Society Act, it is prohibited to provide legal services without a license. Section 1(6) of the Act […]