Professional Status Certificate Review in Ontario
Expert analysis of your Status Certificate package — financials, reserve fund, governance, and legal issues — before your condition date.
Professional review and analysis of Ontario Status Certificates including financial statements, reserve fund studies, and governance documents. The review follows the Condominium Act, 1998.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Professional document review for residential condo purchases. Standard Review is $399 + GST (4-5 business days). Rush Review is $499 + GST (2 business days). Commercial properties receive custom quotes based on complexity. Both residential packages include the full 16-section analysis, senior analyst verification, personalized recommendations, and a PDF report.
- Standard Review — $399 + GST — 4-5 business days — complete 16-section analysis, senior analyst verification, personalized recommendations, full PDF report.
- Rush Review — $499 + GST — 2 business days — everything in Standard, priority processing, direct analyst access, expedited revisions.
- Commercial — custom timeline — multi-unit, mixed-use, and commercial condo corporations, quoted per engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Status Certificate?
A Status Certificate is a legal document required under Ontario's Condominium Act, 1998 that provides a comprehensive overview of a condo corporation's financial health, governance, legal status, and the specific unit being purchased. It includes financial statements, the reserve fund study, insurance details, and any outstanding litigation.
How much does a Status Certificate review cost?
Our Standard Review is $399 + GST (4-5 business days) and our Rush Review is $499 + GST (2 business days). Both include our comprehensive 16-section analysis of your entire Status Certificate package.
How long do I have to review a Status Certificate?
In Ontario, buyers typically include a condition period of 10 days in their Agreement of Purchase and Sale to review the Status Certificate. Our Rush Review (2 business days) ensures you have ample time to make an informed decision.
What should I look for in a Status Certificate?
Key areas include the reserve fund balance and adequacy, upcoming special assessments, outstanding litigation, insurance coverage, bylaw and rule restrictions, and any Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO) filings. Our professional review covers all 16 critical sections.
Do you serve all Ontario cities?
Yes, we review Status Certificates for condos throughout Ontario including Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Hamilton, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, and all other Ontario municipalities.
What is the Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO)?
The CAO is a regulatory body that oversees Ontario's condo sector. It provides dispute resolution services and maintains a public registry. We check for any CAO filings or disputes related to your condo corporation.