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The Closing Brief

Real Estate Law - Simplified

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When Title Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story

Title isn’t always the final word on ownership.

In Zhou v. Zhao, the court found that the true owners were the ones who funded the purchase—not those listed on title—highlighting how resulting trusts can reshape property rights, especially in family arrangements. 03/17/2026

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03-24-2026

Canada Passes New Affordability Law: What It Means for Canadians

Canada’s new affordability legislation introduces tax cuts, housing incentives, and fuel cost relief—offering potential savings for millions of households, particularly first-time home buyers and middle-income earners. 03/24/2026

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03-31-2026

Failed Closing? You Could Owe More Than the Deposit

Failing to close on a real estate deal can cost far more than your deposit. This case highlights how buyers may still owe additional damages—reinforcing the serious financial risks behind every Agreement of Purchase and Sale. 03/31/2026

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The Buyer Walked Away from a Deal—Then Owed Over $200,000

Walking away from a real estate deal isn’t always justified—even if a listing is wrong. This case shows that if a buyer knew the truth and still proceeded, they can face substantial damages far beyond losing their deposit. 04/07/2026

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When Life Falls Apart—Your Real Estate Deal Doesn’t

Personal hardship doesn’t automatically release you from a real estate contract. This case shows that even serious life changes won’t undo a valid agreement—buyers may still lose their deposit if they cannot close the deal. 04/14/2026

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A Costly Surprise After Closing

Hidden defects discovered after closing can lead to serious legal consequences. This case shows that sellers may be liable for failing to disclose major property issues, even without intentional misconduct, resulting in significant damages for negligent misrepresentation. 04/21/2026

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No Safety Net: Buyer Held Liable After Financing Fell Through

Waiving a financing condition removes a key protection for buyers and shifts the full risk of securing funds onto them. In Coco Developments Ltd. v. Sabir, the buyer couldn’t close due to financial issues and was held liable for the seller’s losses, showing that financial hardship is not a valid excuse to walk away from a binding agreement. 04/28/2026

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Think you can back out of a Real Estate Deal in Ontario? Think again.

Once a real estate deal is finalized with a signed Agreement of Purchase and Sale (APS) in Ontario, it becomes a legally binding contract—buyers can’t simply walk away without consequences. 05/05/2026

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