Based on 340+ reviews
A real estate investment lawyer in Toronto reviews the legal side of buying, selling, financing, or changing ownership of an investment property. Investors often need this support before waiving conditions, entering a joint venture, accepting financing, or closing a condo, rental home, or assignment.
Our lawyers review the agreement of purchase and sale, title, mortgage instructions, closing documents, and statement of adjustments. We raise requisitions where appropriate, coordinate required undertakings, and register completed documents through Ontario’s electronic land registration system.
John Zinati leads a team that helps investors understand the documents and closing steps before they commit. Every transaction differs, so book a conversation with a lawyer for a fixed quote and no obligation.
Posted on Google Jace Armstrong As first-time home buyers, we had an excellent experience working with Zinati Kay on our recent purchase. Leroy, our lawyer, and Karen, our clerk, were both outstanding throughout the entire process. Everything was handled professionally, efficiently, and with clear communication at every step. Karen was especially helpful in keeping things organized and ensuring nothing was missed, while Leroy gave us confidence that all legal aspects were handled properly. As first-time buyers, we really appreciated how smooth and well-managed everything felt, and how supported we were from start to finish. We would not hesitate to work with them again and highly recommend their services.Posted on Google Lenard Paulo The Zinati Kay team helped me with my first home purchase. They were very easy to work with and quick to respond to concerns especially on closing day. Karen was especially helpful throughout the process and I'm grateful for that!Posted on Google Z Sheen Leroy and Lynnette are amazing! Can’t praise them enough for being communicative, patient, caring, and very detail oriented. They made the process of buying a home smooth and gets ahead of any major issues. Highly recommend!Posted on Google Stephanie Zinati Kay made our home purchase a smooth experience. They really explain the documents before letting you sign which I appreciated. No surprises fees as well. When you email them to inquire, they give you a quote and you can trust that that will be the amount in your bill. Highly recommend!Posted on Google Aly Alibhai Zinati Kay are the consummate professionals. I have dealt with them twice - for a purchase and sale. They are highly competent, courteous and knowledgeable. Karen, a law clerk, is absolutely first class and a pleasure to interact with. I highly recommend Zinati Kay for your real estate needs.Posted on Google Laura Ricci The Zinati Kay team was knowledgeable and responsive and made the process of title transfer smooth and efficient.Posted on Google Mayss Torani We had a great experience working with Zinati Kay Barristers & Solicitors. Their team was professional, supportive, and handled everything smoothly from start to finish. A special thank you to Karen, who went above and beyond to make the entire transaction seamless.Posted on Google Nilofar Fattahi We had a very positive experience with Zinati Kay on our condo purchase. The team was responsive throughout the process, communicated clearly in writing, and took the time to explain the documents and next steps in a way that was easy to understand. We especially appreciated that they were patient, professional, and timely at every stage, which made the closing process much less stressful for us as first-time homebuyers. Everything was handled efficiently and completed on time. We are very grateful for their support and would happily recommend them to others.Posted on Google bastioni toronto It’s an excellent lawyer and staff , highly recommended!!Posted on Google Paul Popovici John Zinati has helped me with tens of transactions - I always found the service to be top notch and reasonably priced. Highly recommended.Showing only 5 star reviews
Our residential purchase, sale, mortgage refinance, and title transfer legal fee is $999* + tax because a fixed fee lets you budget for the legal work. It excludes land transfer tax, government registration fees, and disbursements, which vary by transaction and are itemized before you commit.
You pay nothing until closing because legal costs should not add another upfront pressure to a pending deal. Zinati Kay has served Toronto and Ontario real estate clients for 25+ years, with lawyers and clerks focused on the documents, funds, and registration work that a closing requires.
Based on 340+ reviews
Professional title searchers, rather than clerks, examine title because registered interests can affect use, financing, or resale. Our team reviews the results, identifies matters requiring attention, and raises appropriate requisitions before closing where the agreement and timeline permit.
Our team has closed over 25,000 real estate deals without a title claim because title examination, document review, and registration are treated as core closing work. That history informs a careful process, but each property's facts still require its own review.
When you book, you speak directly with a lawyer rather than a representative because investment decisions often turn on the wording of an agreement or a title issue. Questions can be addressed in context before you decide how to proceed.
Zinati Kay has a 4.9/5 client rating from 340+ reviews because clients can assess service feedback alongside legal scope and cost. Reviews are one consideration; your lawyer should also explain the work included for your particular transaction.
We handle the legal closing of an investment property purchase by reviewing the agreement, examining title, calculating adjustments, receiving lender instructions, and preparing closing documents. The work helps ensure funds and registration are coordinated on the closing date.
For an investment property sale, we prepare or review closing documents, obtain discharge information for registered financing, respond to appropriate requisitions, and coordinate undertakings. The statement of adjustments is reviewed because it allocates items between buyer and seller.
A refinance requires careful review because a new lender's instructions, existing registered charges, and payout requirements must align. We review the documents, coordinate discharge statements where needed, and register the new financing as instructed before releasing funds.
Adding, removing, or changing an owner's interest can require title, lender, tax, and consent considerations. We review the proposed transfer documents and registered interests, then explain the legal closing steps that apply to the ownership change.
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Homes closed
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Title Claims
You speak with a lawyer about the property, parties, financing, and closing date because the legal scope depends on the transaction. We explain the expected work, provide a fixed quote where applicable, and identify documents we need to begin.
We review the agreement, available schedules, title documents, and lender materials because obligations and registered interests can affect closing. The lawyer identifies questions that need clarification and tracks contractual dates, including the requisition date where applicable.
Our title searchers examine the registered title and supporting records because easements, liens, or restrictions may require follow-up. For condominiums, we review the available status certificate; other diligence depends on the property and transaction terms.
Before signing, we explain the closing documents and required funds because signatures authorize legal and financial steps. Remote signing is available across Ontario where suitable, while some lender or document requirements may affect the signing arrangement.
On closing, we coordinate funds, registrations, and undertakings with the other side because ownership and financing documents must be completed in the proper sequence. Afterward, we provide reporting and registered-document information once available.
Please feel free to contact us directly by phone or email at the number or email below or complete this information form and we will be happy to get back to you.
Tel: 416-321-8766
Fax: (416) 321-8267
Email: john@zinatikay.com | info@zinatikay.com