If you are a non-resident planning to purchase or sell property in Canada, some of the regulations may differ for you, navigating which effectively means having a seasoned real estate attorney by your side. Our law firm has extensive experience providing legal solutions with respect to purchase and sales for non-residents to help protect their rights and interests and ensure smooth closing and property transfer procedures. Our seasoned attorneys are familiar with local zoning laws, and any recent changes that affect foreign property ownership. Reach out to us today to discover more about your path forward.
in residential and commercial property markets in Canada. However, recent Canadian laws restricting the purchase of properties by individuals who are non-residents, with some exceptions involved, and the complex legal landscape of owning, managing, and selling property across borders can be difficult for the uninformed.
At Estofa Law, our team not only helps with the closing process but assesses the challenges and devises strategies at every stage to save you a lot of time. Our real estate law firm Milton makes it as cost-effective as possible to buy or sell property in Canada as a non-resident. If you need additional help related to real estate investment, such as securing great mortgage terms, count on us with complete peace of mind.
Whether you need advice about additional property taxes imposed on non-resident buyers or require representation to smoothen the closing, send us a message today!
Non-residents interested in a real estate deal in Canada need to plan for various transaction processes beyond the standard requirements of the closing process. Our Burlington Law Firm will keep you informed and ensure your legal compliance. We help you cover the basics of purchase and sales for non-residents.
Our team of real estate lawyers is knowledgeable and responsive. We pride ourselves on standout capabilities that make purchase and sales for non-residents seamless.
We are familiar with the non-citizen rights in Canada, and provincial programs that benefit them. With long-standing expertise and insights, our team of skilled lawyers will maintain your financial and legal interests.
Pre-purchase investment risks assessment, title search to detect possible errors, and negotiating terms for your personal and financial security, we excel in detecting risks and proactively eliminating them.
We understand that each non-resident has unique requirements, and our team is here to address all your questions and provide personalized legal services based on your needs and goals throughout the transaction.
The seasoned team at Estofa Law has efficiently handled numerous non-resident purchase and sale cases, and we boast a track record of successful closings that result in favourable outcomes for our clients.
If you are buying or selling, getting into real estate deals for commercial and residential properties as a non-resident comes with complex legal and financial issues. Working without a qualified legal expert who is well-versed in real estate law and ownership rights for foreigners can help you proceed with greater understanding. Our key services include:
If meeting our lawyer in person is not possible, we can provide you with a form that a lawyer or notary services in your home country can fill out for purchase, sale, or Title Transfer in Ontario and other parts of Canada. Once we conduct a conflict check on the returned documents, we can represent you.
Our team can also communicate with regulatory authorities to streamline inspection, tax, and other vital processes, or maintain complete coordination with anyone you designate as power of attorney in your absence. Count on us to help you reach your real estate goals.
Non-residents need to fulfill additional taxes, and they typically have stricter mortgage terms. For the complete list of additional closing requirements that apply to you, consult with a knowledgeable real estate attorney at Estofa Law.
The NRST is a 20% tax applied to the purchase of residential properties situated in the Greater Golden Horseshoe Region (GGH) by non-residents. This NRST is an additional cost aside from the Land Transfer Tax in most parts of Canada.
Having property in Canada may add to your total net worth, but it does not directly affect your immigration eligibility. That said, our Estofa Law also specializes in Canadian immigration and can help streamline your application.
Yes. Canadian banks provide mortgages and home equity loans to non-residents. That said, most Canadian banks and lenders ask for larger down payments, typically at least 35% in cash, and you can finance a maximum of 65% of the home’s value through a mortgage.
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