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    A magnifying glass held over a stylized yellow house with a blue window on a coral background — a visual stand-in for the protection a title insurance policy gives an Ontario homeowner.

    Real estate law

    Title insurance: What you need to know

    Title insurance is an important protection that insures property owners against losses related to the property’s title or ownership. Read on for everything you need to know about title insurance.

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    Benjamin Berry

    Co-founder & principal lawyer

    Illustration of a person holding up an Ontario driver's licence, the first piece of ID to update after a change of address.

    Moving

    Moving within Ontario? Here’s What ID you'll need to update

    If you're preparing for a move, there are a number of groups that you'll need to inform of your address change. One of the most important categories to consider is the different types of ID that need to be updated. In Ontario, we have multiple types of ID that we use to drive, access healthcare, and travel.

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    Joel Fox

    Co-founder and COO

    A calculator shaped like a house, with a green roof-shaped top and a coral keypad, on a lavender background — a visual stand-in for tallying the costs of an Ontario real estate transaction.

    Home finance

    Costs involved in a real estate transaction

    Here is an overview of some of the key expenses associated with real estate transactions in Ontario, including land transfer tax, legal fees, and other costs that you may need to consider.

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    Benjamin Berry

    Co-founder & principal lawyer

    Illustration for a guide to property insurance for Ontario homebuyers, covering what it is, whether it is required, and how to get it.

    Buying real estate

    Property insurance: What you should know

    Property insurance is a key part of the homebuying experience. That said, if you haven't bought a home before, it might be something that you're unfamiliar with. What is property insurance? Why do you need it? Where do you get it? Here's everything you need to know.

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    Joel Fox

    Co-founder and COO

    Illustration representing what happens on closing day in Ontario, when funds move through trust accounts and the Transfer is registered.

    Real estate law

    What actually happens on closing day?

    Closing day can be an anxious time for both the buyer and seller involved in a property transaction. But, why is this the case and what actually happens on closing day? Let's break it down.

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    Benjamin Berry

    Co-founder & principal lawyer

    Illustration for a guide to four things to consider before buying a condo in Ontario, from presale versus resale to the status certificate.

    Buying real estate

    4 things to consider before you buy a condo

    Buying a condo is a big financial decision and one that deserves careful consideration. Let's review 4 important things to keep in mind as you search for your next property.

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    Liam Seston

    Content writer

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