Author: Carrie Styczen

While realtors are involved in the majority of real estate transactions in Alberta, sellers are increasingly seeking to reduce or eliminate real estate commissions on the sale of their properties. In addition, the internet has made it much easier for sellers to market their properties and locate buyers without the assistance of real estate agents. As a result, conveyancing lawyers are increasingly asked to act on private deals and sales of real property between family members where there is no realtor involved. This paper considers the challenges for lawyers that these deals may present.

These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Conveyancing program in Edmonton on June 17, 2025.