Residential Sales Legal Support

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Legal Help For Selling a Home in the Comox Valley

Selling your home is a big life event—and it can come with a lot of legal paperwork and pressure. Whether you’re downsizing, upgrading, relocating, or handling a property on behalf of someone else, it’s important to have the right support. At Mather & Company, we help sellers in Comox, Courtenay, Cumberland, and throughout the Comox Valley with all the legal parts of residential real estate sales.

You’ve worked hard to get to this point. Our job is to make sure nothing gets missed and everything goes smoothly, so you can move forward with confidence.

Why Sellers Need Legal Help

Even when a sale looks simple, there are still a lot of steps to complete. And there can be costly problems if something isn’t done properly. Working with a lawyer ensures that your rights are protected, your obligations are clear, and your sale closes without issues.

We help with all stages of a residential property sale—from the very beginning, right up to the final transfer of ownership. Whether you’re selling a house, condo, mobile home, or recreational property, we’ve got you covered.

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Reviewing the Offer and Contract

The sale agreement is one of the most important documents in the whole process. Before you sign anything, we’ll carefully review the contract to make sure you fully understand the terms. We’ll flag anything that looks unusual or risky, explain what the legal language means in plain English, and help negotiate changes if needed.

Some things we often review in contracts include:

Price and deposit terms
Subject conditions and timelines
Inclusions (appliances, fixtures, etc.)
Title-related terms
Legal access and easement concerns
Completion and possession dates

If something doesn’t look right, we’ll help you fix it before it becomes a bigger problem.

Helping You Stay on Track

There are a lot of moving parts in a real estate sale. We’ll keep you organized and make sure you’re meeting all the key deadlines, like:

Subject removal dates
Delivery of required documents
Mortgage payout timelines
Completion and possession day preparation

We’ll also make sure any subjects or special conditions are properly addressed so there’s no delay at closing.

Preparing Legal Documents

As the seller, you’re responsible for signing legal documents that allow ownership to transfer to the buyer. We prepare everything for you and walk you through it all. This includes:

The Form A Freehold Transfer (property transfer form)
Seller’s statement of adjustments
Direction to pay documents
Tax, utility, or strata payment confirmations

We’ll make sure you know exactly what you’re signing and why it matters.

Working with the Buyer’s Lawyer

We communicate directly with the buyer’s lawyer or notary to make sure everything lines up properly. That includes confirming details, exchanging documents, and resolving any last-minute issues. This behind-the-scenes work helps prevent delays and ensures your transaction completes as expected.

Handling Mortgage and Debt Payouts

If you still have a mortgage on your home, we’ll contact your lender and arrange for the mortgage to be paid out from the sale proceeds. We’ll also handle any:

Property tax adjustments
Utility bill reconciliations
Strata fees or levies
Outstanding liens or charges on title

You won’t have to chase down paperwork or payments—we’ll take care of it.

Selling Special Types of Property

Not every property sale is straightforward. We also help clients sell homes in more complex situations, such as:

Selling After a Separation or Divorce

If the home is part of a separation or divorce, there may be extra legal steps involved. We can help coordinate the sale, review any separation agreements, and make sure each party’s interests are fairly represented.

Selling an Inherited Property

If you’re acting as executor or administrator of an estate and need to sell a home, we’ll guide you through the probate process and make sure the sale follows BC estate laws.

Selling a Home with Title Issues

Sometimes homes have title problems—like a missing signature, outdated ownership, or old charges that need to be cleared. We’ll investigate and fix any issues to make sure you can legally sell the property.

Selling Rental or Investment Property

If your sale involves tenants or rental agreements, we’ll help you meet BC’s Residential Tenancy Act rules and avoid issues with tenant notice or security deposits.

What If Something Goes Wrong?

Real estate sales don’t always go exactly as planned. If a buyer tries to back out, if unexpected title issues pop up, or if there’s a dispute over money, we’re here to help you respond quickly. We can advise you on your legal rights and help with negotiations.

Our goal is to prevent problems—but if one happens, we’re ready to help fix it.

Why Choose Mather & Company for Residential Sales?

We’re more than just paperwork processors. We’re local lawyers who take the time to understand your situation and give you thoughtful, honest advice. You’re not just a transaction to us—you’re a neighbour, and we’re here to make sure your sale is handled with care.

When you work with Mather & Company, you can expect:

Clear explanations in everyday language
Friendly, helpful communication
Quick turnaround on legal documents
Deep knowledge of real estate law in BC
Personalized support if things get complicated

We work hard to make things simple, not stressful.

Thinking About Selling Your Home? Let’s Talk.

If you’re planning to sell your home in Comox, Courtenay, Cumberland, or anywhere in the Comox Valley, reach out to our team. We’ll walk you through the legal side of the sale and help you feel confident every step of the way.

Whether your sale is simple or complex, you don’t have to do it alone.