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Barrie real estate law made simple
Skip the long email chains — close on your property with top-tier legal support, anywhere.
How it works with Ownright
Ownright simplifies the property closing process with clear and transparent steps that you can complete from anywhere.
Why Barrie clients choose Ownright
Best-in-class legal support
Close confidently with a legal team that has thousands of closings under its belt.
Track your transaction
Get notified at every milestone, from signing through closing and beyond.
Close from anywhere
Share everything through an online portal. No emails, no in-person meetings.
Barrie market snapshot
Barrie's market cooled through the first half of 2026, with detached and townhouse prices down from a year ago while condos edged up. A typical home still sells in about four weeks, so buyers have room to negotiate without a long wait.
City of Barrie, all home types. Source: Zolo MLS® data, July 2026.
Average price
$652,000
Detached
-8%
$730,000
Townhouse
-13%
$522,000
Condo apartment
+11%
$485,000
Days on market
28
Land transfer tax in Barrie
No municipal land transfer tax in Barrie — you pay the Ontario tax only.
How Ownright outshines traditional closings
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Share information and documents remotely through an online portal |  |  |
Track the progress of every milestone in your real estate transaction | | |
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Unlimited legal support by chat, email, or video call | | |
Reach out after work and actually get an answer | | |
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Transparent upfront pricing from day one, regardless of the price of your property | | |
Don’t pay for extra touchpoints with your legal team | | |
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Great deals on services with an exclusive marketplace network | | |
Access to informative resources on real estate, real estate law, and property ownership best practices | | |
Closing process
Share information and documents remotely through an online portal
Track the progress of every milestone in your real estate transaction
Support
Unlimited legal support by chat, email, or video call
Reach out after work and actually get an answer
Pricing
Transparent upfront pricing from day one, regardless of the price of your property
Don’t pay for extra touchpoints with your legal team
More
Great deals on services with an exclusive marketplace network
Access to informative resources on real estate, real estate law, and property ownership best practices
Home with a second unit?
We confirm any second unit is legal before you close.
A legal unit can help carry the mortgageBarrie allows up to four units per lot.
But every unit must be registered with the cityBarrie's Additional Residential Units by-law requires each one to be registered.
We check before you closeSo you don't inherit an illegal, uninsurable unit.
Why Barrie clients love Ownright
Top-notch communication
The communication was top-notch—any questions or concerns I had were promptly addressed, and I always felt like I was in good hands.
The attention to detail and dedication to client satisfaction truly set them apart.
Handled all legal complexities
From the initial consultation to the final closing, they provided clear guidance and ensured I was fully informed throughout the process.
Any questions I had were answered promptly, and they expertly handled all the legal complexities, making the entire transaction seamless.
Online dashboard makes it easy
The online dashboard made it easy to complete tasks like identity verification and to track progress and see next steps, so we always felt in the loop on what was coming next.
Their team was extremely responsive (thanks Camille!)
Web platform kept us informed
We had an exceptional experience closing a property with Ownright. Their web platform kept us informed throughout the process, and the support we received was outstanding.
A big shout-out to Edward and Kylie for their dedication!
Smooth and painless experience
The team ensured a smooth and painless experience during what can be a stressful experience by guiding us through the process and providing their expert advice.
The Ownright application is intuitive and easy to use.
Revolutionizing real estate law
For those on the fence, don't hesitate - their online portal is very intuitive and the whole process is extremely easy...
Thank you for revolutionizing the world of real estate law.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. In Ontario a lawyer is legally required to close a purchase or sale. Ownright reviews your agreement, searches title, handles the land transfer tax, and registers the deal, all online for a flat, transparent fee, so your Barrie closing is handled start to finish.
Barrie buyers pay only Ontario's land transfer tax, there is no municipal LTT here. On a $650,000 home that is about $9,475, and first-time buyers can claim up to $4,000 back, cutting it to roughly $5,475. Ownright calculates the exact amount before you close.
Yes. Barrie's Second Suites Registration By-law requires every second suite and accessory dwelling to be registered with the city, and Barrie now allows up to four units per lot. Before you close, Ownright confirms any existing unit is legal and registered so you do not inherit a code or insurance problem.
Beyond the purchase price, budget for land transfer tax (about $9,475 on a $650,000 home), your lawyer's fee and disbursements, title insurance, and adjustments for prepaid property tax. Ownright gives you a clear, flat-fee quote up front so there are no surprises on closing day.
For a condo or a common-elements community, the status certificate shows the corporation's finances, reserve fund, rules, and any lawsuits or fee increases. Ownright reviews it before you commit so you know exactly what you are buying into, common around the waterfront and downtown.
Barrie's residential property tax rate sits on the lower end for southern Ontario, with a typical single-family home paying roughly $4,600 a year. At closing, Ownright prorates the year's tax between you and the seller so each side only pays for the days they owned the home.
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