Real Estate Law
Protecting Your Property Investment — From Offer to Title Transfer
Protecting Your Property Investment — From Offer to Title Transfer
Buying or selling property in British Columbia involves complex legal requirements and significant financial commitments. MV Law Corporation provides strategic legal guidance to residential and commercial clients through every stage of a real estate transaction — from contract review to title transfer.
Our real estate lawyers act for both buyers and sellers in residential and commercial transactions. We review and draft Contracts of Purchase and Sale, conduct detailed title searches, coordinate with lenders, prepare closing documents, handle Property Transfer Tax filings, and ensure your ownership is properly registered with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia.
Property Transfer Tax and GST on newly built homes or commercial properties can significantly impact the total cost of a transaction. We advise clients on tax implications and available exemptions, including the First-Time Home Buyers’ Exemption and Newly Built Home Exemption, ensuring compliance while minimizing unnecessary costs.
Whether you are purchasing your first home, selling an investment property, refinancing, or negotiating a commercial lease, our team works to protect your legal and financial interests at every stage.
What We Handle
- Drafting and Review of Contracts of Purchase and Sale
- Residential Property Purchases
- Residential Property Sales
- Commercial Property Transactions
- Mortgage Financing and Refinancing
- Title Searches and Title Insurance
- Contract Review and Negotiation
- Strata Property (Condominium) Transactions
- Property Transfer Tax Advice and Exemptions
- New Home Purchases (Presale Condominiums)
- Lease Review and Negotiation
- Private Property Transfers Between Family Members
- Transfers Following Separation or Divorce
Who This Is For
This service is designed for:
- First-time homebuyers navigating the BC real estate process
- Sellers seeking a smooth and legally compliant title transfer
- Investors purchasing residential or commercial income-producing properties
- Buyers purchasing strata units or presale condominiums
- Sellers of newly built homes needing advice on GST obligations
- Homeowners refinancing their mortgages
- Families transferring property between spouses, parents, or children
- Individuals dealing with separation-related property transfers
- Landlords and tenants negotiating or reviewing commercial leases
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