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It is smart to have a qualified Real Estate Lawyer on your side when dealing with such a substantial investment. The process is complex and can be confusing without the right person to guide you through everything from checking land titles to calculating engineer, appraiser and survey reports.

At Kay McVey Smith & Carlstrom, we have an experienced Real Estate Team to focus on all of our clients who purchase real estate. Working with the latest legal practices and technology, our dedicated Real Estate Team can help protect your investment.

Kay McVey Smith and Carlstrom says thanks to the Canadian Home Builders Association ‘Grande Prairie Region’ for awarding the firm the “Service Excellence Award”. This confirms what Kay McVey Smith and Carlstrom has always believed; that service excellence is just as attainable, just as appreciated now as it was when they opened their offices nearly 100 years ago. Thinking of buying or selling a home? Expect ‘service excellence’ from the award winning law firm of Kay McVey Smith and Carlstrom.

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There are several key areas where Kay McVey Smith & Carlstrom can assist you throughout the real estate transaction:

Before an Offer:

  • Provide advice to client/realtor
  • Review draft offer
  • Conduct searches
  • Provide a quote

After an Offer:

  • Review realtors instructions
  • Conduct searches
  • Review lenders instructions
  • Contact other lawyer (if applicable)

Acting for the Buyer:

  • Retainer letter
  • Letter acknowledging potential conflict (if applicable)
  • Tenancy-at-will
  • Check title

Acting for the Seller:

  • Transfer
  • Mortgage discharge
  • Affidavit re: survey
  • Direction to pay

Calculating the Costs:

  • Reports (engineer, appraiser, survey/RPR)
  • Tax adjustment
  • GST (if applicable)
  • CMHC Fees
  • Legal fees and disbursement

The Closing Process:

  • Preparation/execution of documents
  • Registration of documents
  • Funds/keys exchange