Strathmore Real Estate Lawyers

Getz Collins and Associates provides residential and commercial real estate legal services to buyers, sellers, property owners, businesses, and lenders in Strathmore and throughout Alberta. Established in Strathmore in 1984, our firm brings decades of experience to real estate transactions and property-related legal matters.

Our Strathmore real estate lawyers guide clients through purchases, sales, refinancing, and other property matters, helping them understand their legal obligations and address issues that may arise throughout a transaction.

Our real estate law services include:

• Residential and commercial property purchases and sales;
• Purchase and sale agreements;
• Property co-ownership and joint tenancy;
• Restrictive covenants and easements;
• Tax and title searches;
• Title transfers and title insurance;
• Mortgage refinancing;
• Lease agreements;
• Foreclosure;
• Condominium boards and management companies; and
• Real estate disputes and litigation, including breach of contract claims and specific performance actions.

Residential Real Estate Lawyers in Strathmore

Buying or selling a home involves substantial documentation, important deadlines, and the transfer of significant funds. Our real estate lawyers assist Strathmore buyers and sellers throughout the legal aspects of residential real estate transactions.

We help clients understand the documents and requirements associated with their transaction, identify potential title or property issues, coordinate the transfer of funds, and complete the necessary steps for closing.

Whether you are purchasing a home, selling a property, refinancing a mortgage, or dealing with another residential real estate matter, our team provides practical legal guidance throughout the process.

Commercial Real Estate Legal Services

Commercial property transactions can involve additional legal, financial, and due diligence considerations.

Getz Collins and Associates assists businesses and other clients with commercial real estate purchases and sales, lease agreements, financing-related matters, title issues, and other aspects of commercial property transactions.

Where a real estate transaction intersects with broader corporate matters, our business lawyers can also assist with related business law issues.

Real Estate Purchases and Sales in Alberta

Real estate transactions involve substantial paperwork, strict timelines, and the exchange of significant sums of money. Our lawyers guide clients through the purchase and sale process and help ensure the legal requirements of the transaction are properly addressed.

Tax & Title Searches

Tax and title searches can identify matters affecting a property, including tax arrears, mortgages, and other registered interests recorded through Alberta’s Land Titles system.

Reviewing title information before closing can help identify issues that need to be addressed as part of the transaction.

Real Estate Documents

Residential and commercial real estate transactions can require numerous legal and property-related documents.

Our real estate lawyers assist clients with preparing, reviewing, and obtaining documents associated with a transaction, which may include:

• Real property reports;
• Estoppel certificates;
• Land transfers;
• Land title registrations; and
• Holdback conditions.

Careful preparation can help avoid unnecessary delays and identify potential issues before closing.

Transfer of Purchase Funds

Real estate transactions also involve the receipt and distribution of substantial funds.

Our lawyers assist with the legal transfer of funds and ensure amounts are appropriately accounted for in accordance with the transaction, including secured debts, tax or condominium arrears, commissions, and legal fees where applicable.

Closing and Possession

As a transaction approaches closing, the parties’ lawyers coordinate the necessary documentation, funds, registrations, and other requirements.

Our team helps clients navigate these final stages and works with the other professionals involved in the transaction to facilitate completion and possession.

Mortgage Refinancing in Strathmore

Property owners may choose to refinance for many different reasons, including:

• Paying out an existing mortgage;
• Debt consolidation;
• Accessing property equity;
• Financing renovations or investments;
• Buying out a co-owner’s interest;
• Removing a co-owner from title; or
• Obtaining different mortgage terms.

Getz Collins and Associates advises clients on residential and commercial mortgage refinancing. Our lawyers help clients understand their obligations under the new mortgage terms and assist with the legal documentation and registration required to complete the transaction.

Our firm also has experience with complex commercial transaction securities and the different due diligence requirements associated with residential and commercial transactions.

Real Estate Disputes and Litigation

Real estate disputes can arise from agreements, transactions, title matters, property rights, and other issues.

Getz Collins and Associates assists clients with real estate litigation and related remedies, including breach of contract claims and specific performance actions.

Where a property matter develops into a dispute, our civil litigation lawyers can provide advice and representation.

Experienced Real Estate Lawyers in Strathmore

Getz Collins and Associates was established in Strathmore in 1984, giving our firm longstanding roots in the community.

Our real estate lawyers provide personalized legal services for residential and commercial real estate matters and bring decades of combined experience in Alberta real estate law.

We take a practical approach to purchases and sales, helping clients understand the transaction and working to identify issues that could otherwise lead to delays or disputes.

In addition to our Strathmore office, Getz Collins and Associates has an office in Calgary and serves clients in communities throughout Alberta.

Frequently Asked Questions About Real Estate Law in Strathmore

What does a real estate lawyer do?

A real estate lawyer assists buyers, sellers, lenders, and property owners with the legal aspects of residential and commercial real estate transactions. This may include reviewing agreements, conducting title searches, preparing closing documents, handling funds, and completing the legal transfer of ownership.

When should I contact a real estate lawyer when buying or selling a home?

It is a good idea to involve a real estate lawyer early enough to allow time for the required documents, title matters, financing requirements, and closing arrangements to be addressed before the transaction’s deadlines.

What does a lawyer do when I buy a home in Alberta?

A real estate lawyer can review the legal documents associated with the transaction, address title matters, prepare and register required documents, coordinate mortgage funding where applicable, handle transaction funds, and complete the legal transfer of ownership.

What does a lawyer do when I sell my home?

A lawyer can assist with the legal documents required for the sale, address matters registered against title, receive and distribute transaction funds, complete the transfer documentation, and help satisfy the legal requirements for closing.

What is included in a residential real estate closing?

The legal work associated with a closing may include reviewing transaction documents, conducting title searches, preparing closing documents, coordinating mortgage funding, calculating applicable adjustments, handling funds, and registering ownership or financing documents.

What is a title search?

A title search provides information about the registered ownership of a property and may identify interests affecting the land, such as easements, caveats, restrictive covenants, and mortgages.

Can a lawyer help with commercial real estate transactions?

Yes. Getz Collins and Associates assists with commercial real estate matters, including purchases and sales, lease agreements, financing-related matters, title issues, and due diligence requirements.

Can a lawyer help with mortgage refinancing?

Yes. Our real estate lawyers assist with residential and commercial mortgage refinancing, including documentation, title matters, registration of new financing, and payout of existing mortgages where applicable.

Can you help with a real estate dispute?

Yes. Getz Collins and Associates assists with real estate litigation and related remedies, including breach of contract claims and specific performance actions.

Do your real estate lawyers only serve Strathmore?

No. Getz Collins and Associates has offices in Strathmore and Calgary and provides residential and commercial real estate legal services to clients throughout Alberta.

Speak With a Strathmore Real Estate Lawyer

Whether you are buying or selling a home, completing a commercial real estate transaction, refinancing a mortgage, or dealing with another property matter, Getz Collins and Associates can provide practical legal guidance throughout the process.

To discuss your real estate matter with our Strathmore real estate lawyers, call 587-391-5600 or contact Getz Collins and Associates.