Real Estate Lawyer in Edmonton
The right legal advice can save you thousands. When it comes to purchasing, selling, or developing homes, at Forum Law we have experienced real estate lawyers to help you.
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Why Choose Our Real Estate Lawyers in Edmonton
Experience – Our real estate law firm in Edmonton has handled thousands of successful real estate transactions, in both commercial and residential deals. We are well equipped for any real estate deal that comes our way.
Transparency – We provide up-front service, ensuring our clients know the state of their files at every stage of the process. We make the time to ensure our clients are kept up to date.
Communication- Our real estate lawyers are available for phone calls, emails, and direct meetings with clients. We also maintain active communication with all parties involved in the transaction.
Convenience- We are available for both in-person and remote meetings to satisfy your needs.
Our prices
Prices do not include GST and disbursements.
Sale or cash purchase
Purchase and mortgage
Refinance
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Real Estate Checklist for Sellers and Buyers in Edmonton
Sellers’ Checklist
1) Know the value of your house and ensure the listing price reflects a fair market price. Factors include:
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- Similar houses in the neighbourhood
- Location
- Condition of your home
- Year the house was built
2) Ensure the offer of purchase and sale clearly references which chattels are included or excluded from the purchase.
3) Make note of the following selling features:
- Is there warranty on the house?
- Has there been any major improvements to the house recently (e.g. replaced furnace, hot water tank, new roof, etc.)
4) Have reasonable time limits for matters to be complied with and completed before closing.
5) If the offer requires that a Real Property Report and compliance certificate be provided, make sure to order this as soon as possible to ensure there is sufficient time before closing to deal with any unforeseen issues that may arise.
6) Always be in a position where you are ready, willing, and able to complete to the deal.
Buyers’ Checklist
1) Make the offer subject to conditions for your protection, such as:
- Financing
- Inspection
- A recent Real Property Report with a compliance certificate is provided
- Lawyer’s approval
2) Always include a clear time limit for acceptance by the seller.
3) Ensure that the offer for purchase and sale specifically references which chattels are included or excluded from the purchase.
4) Have all your mortgage documents in order, and make sure you are clear on the terms and conditions.
5) Get estimates from the realtor, mortgage lender, and your lawyer of the costs you will be required to pay in addition to the purchase price.
6) Always be in a position where you are ready, willing, and able to complete the purchase.
Real Estate Services we provide
Forum Law simplifies the varying requirements that encompasses real estate law. If you are in Edmonton looking for a real estate lawyer we are here to help.
