Why U.S. Title Insurance and Escrow Matter to the Canadian Real Estate Lawyer

Canadian lawyers advising clients on U.S. real estate acquisitions must navigate a title and closing system that differs significantly from Canada's government-backed land registration framework. In this article, Danijel Augustinovic and Zachary Dewey explain the role of title insurance, escrow and settlement agents, ALTA title commitments, and cross-border funding requirements, offering practical guidance to help protect Canadian investors in U.S. transactions.

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This article was also republished in the Ontario Bar Association International Law and Real Property Sections.