How much is a real estate lawyer in Toronto?

For real estate purchases, our all-inclusive legal fees start at $1999. For real estate sales, our all-inclusive legal fees start at $1599.

Who pays land transfer tax in Toronto?

In Toronto, the buyer is responsible for paying the land transfer tax in a real estate transaction, including both provincial and municipal (Toronto MLTT) land transfer tax.

Can my real estate lawyer close my deal virtually?

Yes. Most residential real estate closings in Ontario can be completed remotely through secure electronic signing and virtual meetings.

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One Last Note Before the Holidays

By Zachary Soccio-Marandola · Dec 19, 2025 · View online →

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It’s hard to believe I’ve been writing this newsletter for over two years now.

What’s been most rewarding are the relationships that have come from a few hundred words landing in your inbox each week.

This year was a big growth year for us, and I’m excited about what’s coming in 2026.

The substance won’t change, but over the last few weeks I’ve been building a more intentional, connected flow of topics, while still leaving room

REALTOR® Newsletter

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How Can We Make Closings Better?

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Make This Clause More Specific—Or Risk Losing the Deal

What Actually Happens on Closing Day? (For Buyers)

The Problem with Legal Fees

A Blank Clause and a $2,000 Problem

The Most Common Assignment Mistake

From My Desk to Yours

A Land Transfer Tax Myth

Why You Shouldn't Close on a Friday

A Quick Explanation of NRST

Let’s Build Next Year’s Topics Together!

Buyer Backs Out: What Are the Damages?

Disclosure of Related Persons

Actual LTB Timelines

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