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Real Estate Lawyer in Calgary

Legal Guidance for Buying, Selling and Refinancing Property

A property transaction, whether in residential real estate or commercial real estate, involves important documents, deadlines, and financial commitments. FCO Legal, a trusted real estate lawyer, assists clients in Calgary and across Alberta with residential purchases, sales, mortgage refinancing, and more complex commercial transactions. 


We carefully review the legal documents, explain your obligations, and guide you through the closing process with clear communication and meticulous preparation, ensuring every detail is accounted for.


Real Estate Services:


Buying a Home

We review your purchase contract and title, prepare closing documents, coordinate with your lender and the seller’s lawyer, and complete the legal steps required for your residential real estate purchase, making the transition as smooth as possible.


Selling a Home

Our team prepares the legal documents for your sale, addresses mortgage payouts and other closing requirements, and clarifies the adjustments affecting your sale proceeds, ensuring you are fully informed throughout the process.


Mortgage Refinancing

FCO Legal specializes in mortgage refinancing transactions. We review lender instructions, prepare mortgage documents, and handle the necessary registration and payout requirements to protect your interests.


Title Transfers and Ownership Arrangements

We provide guidance on proposed title transfers and property ownership arrangements, including scenarios involving family members or corporations. We also identify issues requiring lender approval or coordination with your accountant before proceeding.


Leases and Property Disputes

We review lease agreements and offer expert advice on disputes involving contractual obligations, ownership, and other property-related concerns, including those pertaining to residential real estate.


How We Help

Our process begins with a detailed review of your transaction, including the closing date and available documents. We explain each step, identify outstanding requirements, and coordinate the legal closing steps necessary to finalize your transaction.

Throughout the matter, we ensure you are kept informed about the documents, funds, and instructions we need from you.


What to Bring or Send


To help us assess your transaction effectively, please provide:

  • Your signed purchase or sale agreement, including any amendments.
  • Your closing and possession dates.
  • Contact information for your realtor and mortgage broker.
  • Mortgage instructions or financing details, if available.
  • Any relevant title, lease, or ownership documents.
  • Details of any concerns about the property or transaction.


We will confirm the required identification and any additional documents necessary for your matter, including conducting title searches as needed.

Discuss Your Real Estate Transaction

Buying, selling or refinancing? Contact FCO Legal with your transaction details and closing date so we can discuss the next steps.

Real Estate Lawyer in Calgary

Please reach us at info@fcolegal.ca if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Contact us once your purchase, sale or refinancing is moving forward. Early contact gives us time to review the documents and identify requirements before closing.

Yes. If you are selling one property and buying another, we can coordinate the legal work and discuss how the timing and availability of funds affect both transactions.

We can review the proposed transfer and explain the legal steps. Mortgage terms, taxes, insurance and ownership arrangements may affect how the transaction should proceed.

The cost depends on the transaction and the work required. Contact us for an estimate of professional fees, GST and anticipated disbursements.