FOR SALE BY OWNER
For Sale by Owner
A private sale requires clear terms and coordinated legal work. Maki Law assists sellers with the legal aspects of a transaction without a listing realtor.
Prepare the sale documentation
Contact us early with the proposed terms and any draft agreement. We explain what our retainer covers and the documents needed to move forward.
Plan the closing
Provide lender and property details and identify all owners. We coordinate legal closing requirements with the buyer’s lawyer and account for the financial items within our scope.
Private negotiations still need clear terms
A private seller takes on responsibility for arranging the transaction’s commercial terms and communicating with the buyer. Legal advice helps translate the agreed deal into a contract with defined obligations.
The agreement should cover the essentials
Address the property, price, deposit, conditions, included items, possession, completion date, and specific representations. Avoid leaving material promises in text messages or verbal discussions.
Disclosure, investigation, and separate advice
Tell us about occupation, renovations, rented equipment, shared access, and disputes that may affect the agreement. Buyer investigations and seller disclosure questions require attention to the actual facts.
Representation matters
The seller and buyer can have different interests even in an amicable private sale. Discuss legal representation and document responsibilities before negotiations become binding.
Deposit arrangements and closing coordination
A private sale needs a clear process for the deposit, notices, lender information, document exchange, and funds. The legal closing still involves title inquiries, payouts, signing, and transfer registration.
Start with the proposed deal
Send the buyer’s details, agreed terms, property information, mortgage details, and dates. We discuss preparation or review of the agreement and the work required to complete the sale.
Prepare for a direct buyer negotiation
A private-sale contract should record the deal the parties actually intend. Describe included items and material promises precisely. We discuss the legal preparation and closing requirements, while making clear which marketing, valuation, inspection, and financing decisions require other professional input.
Documents to prepare
- Proposed price, deposit, conditions, and dates
- Property details and any occupation arrangements
- Mortgage and ownership information
- Buyer and legal representative contacts
Let’s discuss your next step
Contact Maki Law for practical guidance on your property transaction or construction matter.
416-991-4775 · contact@maki.law
136A Avenue Rd, Toronto, Ontario M5R 2H6
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Toronto, Ontario M5R 2H6
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416-991-4775
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contact@maki.law
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