by Barnett Law | Feb 6, 2026 | legal guidance, Real Estate Law
Foreign buyer tax Ontario, also called the non-resident speculation tax (NRST), is a provincial charge that applies to foreign nationals. Along with the land transfer tax (LTT), it can significantly increase your total house closing costs. This may make you wonder if...
by Barnett Law | Jan 30, 2026 | Real Estate Law, legal guidance
Understanding Canadian real estate taxes can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a non-resident. The housing market is governed by various regulations that apply different taxes, such as the land transfer tax (LTT) and non-resident speculation tax (NRST), during the...
by Barnett Law | Nov 12, 2025 | legal guidance, Real Estate Law
Land transfer tax (LTT) is a house closing expense that a buyer has to face when registering a new property in Ontario. It is legally mandatory to pay this tax, but there are ways to reduce its value or avoid paying it in some cases. If you’re already overwhelmed by...
by Barnett Law | Oct 31, 2025 | legal guidance, Real Estate Law
Buying a home in Ontario is a significant financial investment that you must make wisely. One of the factors that can impact your closing costs and overall real estate investment is the land transfer tax in the province. The tax is payable whenever you buy a new...
by Barnett Law | Oct 27, 2025 | Family Law, legal guidance
Ending a marriage is already an overwhelming decision emotionally, but the cost of a divorce makes things worse for some people. You may wonder how much does a divorce cost in Ontario for various reasons. The 2025 statistics show that the divorce rate in Canada is...
