Selling Real Estate in Georgetown

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Why Georgetown Sellers Choose Perera Law

  • Contract and closing document preparation: We review your signed Agreement of Purchase and Sale, verify the buyer’s deposit, and draft the transfer deed, affidavits, and closing paperwork your sale requires.
  • Statement of adjustments: We prepare the official financial accounting for your sale, prorating property taxes, utilities, and other prepaid items fairly between you and the buyer.
  • Mortgage discharge and debt payouts: We obtain payout statements from your lender, arrange discharge of your existing mortgage, and clear any lines of credit or liens registered against the property.
  • Secure proceeds transfer: Once the sale is registered, we transfer your net sale proceeds directly to your bank account through secure, verified channels.
  • Proactive title issue resolution: We respond to the buyer’s lawyer’s requisitions quickly, addressing ownership or compliance questions before they can delay closing.

Key Documents We Handle for Your Sale

  • Agreement of Purchase and Sale: Your signed sale contract. We confirm its terms protect you through to closing day.
  • Transfer and deed of land: The conveyance document that passes legal ownership to the buyer, which we prepare and register.
  • Statement of adjustments: The binding financial summary showing exactly what you receive after taxes, payouts, and fees are settled.
  • Discharge of charge and mortgage: The registration that removes your lender’s claim from title once the mortgage is paid out.
  • Seller affidavits and declarations: Sworn statements confirming residency, marital status, and other facts the buyer’s lawyer and registry require.

Beyond Selling: Our Comprehensive Real Estate Services

Alongside seller representation, Perera Law helps Georgetown clients with buying real estate, title changes and transfers of ownership, mortgage refinancing, private lending transactions, and notary public services, so every property move stays with one trusted firm.

Closing Costs Sellers Should Expect in Georgetown

  • Legal fees with flat-fee pricing: One clear, upfront fee for our work on your sale, confirmed before closing so there are no surprises.
  • Mortgage discharge fees: Your lender charges a fee to prepare the discharge statement and release its charge from title.
  • Real estate commissions: If you listed with an agent, commissions are deducted from your proceeds on closing and paid directly.
  • Outstanding adjustments: Unpaid property taxes, utility arrears, or condo fees are settled from your proceeds and shown line by line.

Areas We Serve: Your Trusted Georgetown Real Estate Lawyer

We act for sellers across Main Street Georgetown, Glen Williams, Norval, Limehouse, and Stewarttown, and in nearby Halton Hills, Milton, Brampton, Mississauga, Caledon, and Orangeville. With evening, weekend, and mobile signing appointments, plus virtual meetings, selling with us fits your schedule. Our offices are open seven days a week: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 10 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM to 10 PM.

Selling your Georgetown property should feel straightforward, and with the right lawyer it is. Perera Law keeps your file moving, communicates clearly at every step, and protects your proceeds from offer to payout. Contact us today for a free, no obligation quote.

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Common Questions: View all FAQ

  • Q1. How much does a lawyer charge to sell a house in Georgetown?

    Perera Law charges flat fees, confirmed with a free quote before you commit. The fee covers preparing the transfer documents, discharging your mortgage, and handling the flow of funds on closing day.

  • Q2. What is included in a real estate lawyer's fees when selling?

    Your lawyer prepares the transfer documents, confirms you have valid title to convey to the buyer, arranges the mortgage discharge with your lender, calculates adjustments, and ensures you receive your sale proceeds. Disbursements such as registration fees are listed separately in your quote.

  • Q3. What fees do sellers pay at closing in Ontario?

    Sellers typically pay legal fees, mortgage discharge fees charged by their lender, and any outstanding adjustments for property taxes or utilities. Your lawyer sets out every amount in writing before closing so you know exactly what to expect.

  • Q4. Who pays the lawyer fees when selling a house?

    Each side pays its own lawyer. As the seller, you pay your lawyer's flat fee plus applicable disbursements, usually settled from the sale proceeds on closing day.

Learn More About Real Estate Law in Georgetown

Looking for more information about selling real estate in Georgetown? We’ve compiled a selection of informative blog posts covering a range of topics related to the home selling process. From understanding legal terminology to navigating market trends, these articles offer valuable insights to help you make informed decisions and confidently navigate your real estate transaction. Explore the posts below to expand your knowledge and prepare for a successful home sale.

Real Estate Lawyer Case Studies for Georgetown Home Sellers

Perera Law has supported home sellers across Georgetown and Ontario with smooth and well-coordinated closings. From first-time sellers to investors and clients relocating to other regions, our firm provides clear explanations, flexible signing options, and timely communication at every step. These case studies highlight how our real estate lawyer helps sellers navigate the sale process confidently and without stress.

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