Real Estate Law
Serving Sault Ste Marie and Algoma for over 20 Years
Trusted Real Estate Law Representation
From property transactions to zoning changes, Algoma Lawyers offers expert legal assistance in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate law. We ensure a smooth process for vendors and purchasers including property sales, refinancing, powers of sale, resolving title issues and properties as part of the settlement of estates. Our real estate services include the following:
- Drafting and reviewing Agreements of Purchase and Sale
- Conducting title searches and reviewing title reports for any potential issues
- Reviewing and advising on mortgage documents
- Preparing and registering legal documents, such as deeds and mortgages
- Calculating and managing land transfer taxes, HST, and other applicable taxes and fees
- Providing legal guidance on zoning laws, land use, and property restrictions
- Advising on and handling Commercial Real Estate transactions, including leasing and property management matters
- Assisting with the closing process, ensuring all documents are properly executed and funds are transferred accordingly
We also specialize in facilitating title transfers, including those between family members for estate planning or other purposes. Whether it involves adding a family member to a property title, transferring ownership to the next generation, or resolving title issues in an estate, our team ensures the process is efficient and legally sound.
We assist clients in obtaining
severances, minor variances, easements and zoning changes
and have appeared before the Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie City Council and the Committees of Adjustment for Sault Ste. Marie, Wawa and the Sault North Planning Board, and the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, as well as the Superior Court of Justice.