Forms & checklists
The forms you’ll meet in an Ontario real estate deal, what each one is for and what to check before you sign. Forms come from their official sources; some need OREA member access, so ask MNSKey for the current version.
ChecklistBefore you buy
- Mortgage pre-approval and the rate hold date
- Proof of down payment and closing costs (about 1.5–4% on top)
- Must-haves, nice-to-haves and deal-breakers
- Your lawyer’s name and contact
- Home inspector you trust
ChecklistBefore you list
- Property tax bill and any condo status certificate
- Utility costs for the last 12 months
- Permits and receipts for renovations
- Survey, if you have one
- Rental or equipment contracts (water heater, furnace)
ChecklistBefore you rent
- Rental application and credit report
- Employment letter and recent pay stubs
- References from past landlords
- First and last month’s rent
- Tenant insurance quote
Buying / selling
| Form | Who uses it | What it does | Check before signing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase agreement OREA Form 100 | Buyers and sellers | Records the proposed price, closing date, conditions and other purchase terms. | Deposit; conditions; deadlines; inclusions; closing arrangements. | OREA official forms library |
| Condominium resale purchase agreement OREA Form 101 | Condo buyers and sellers | A purchase agreement tailored to condominium resale. | Condominium documents; fees; parking and locker interests; conditions. | OREA official forms library |
| Offer summary OREA Form 801 | Agents and brokerages | Summarizes an offer for transaction records. | Accuracy; offer identification; submission details. | OREA official forms library |
| Amendments, conditions and releases Professional selection | Buyers, sellers and their representatives | Related documents may change agreed terms, address conditions or record an agreed release. | A waiver and a notice that a condition has been fulfilled have different effects. Confirm the correct document and timing before signing. | Explore related OREA forms |
Representation
| Form | Who uses it | What it does | Check before signing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seller listing / representation agreement OREA Form 200 | Sellers and brokerages | Authorizes a brokerage to market the property under agreed terms. | Duration; services; remuneration; termination terms. | OREA official forms library |
| Buyer representation agreement OREA Form 300 | Buyers and brokerages | Defines the buyer–brokerage relationship for purchase or lease. | Scope; duration; services; remuneration and obligations. | OREA official forms library |
| Information guide RECO | Buyers, sellers, agents and brokerages | Explains representation and working with an Ontario real estate professional. | Representation options; duties; conflicts; questions before signing. | Read the official RECO guide |
Renting / leasing
| Form | Who uses it | What it does | Check before signing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential agreement to lease OREA Form 400 | Tenants and landlords | Records an offer to rent. It is distinct from Ontario’s standard lease. | Rent; inclusions; conditions; commencement date; next steps. | OREA official forms library |
| Residential lease schedule OREA Form 401 | Tenants and landlords | Adds transaction-specific terms to a residential lease offer. | Consistency with the main agreement and applicable tenancy rules. | OREA official forms library |
| Residential lease mutual release OREA Form 402 | Tenants and landlords | Documents an agreed release relating to a lease offer. | Release scope; deposits; required signatures. | OREA official forms library |
| Residential tenancy agreement — standard lease Ontario 2229 | Landlords and tenants | Ontario’s prescribed lease for most private residential tenancies, subject to exceptions. | Parties; rental unit; rent; services; deposits; additional terms. Read the official guide. | View official lease and downloads |
| Tenancy notices and applications LTB | Landlords, tenants and representatives | Official forms for specific tenancy notices and Landlord and Tenant Board applications. | Use the correct form and current instructions. Service rules, deadlines and legal grounds depend on the situation. | Browse official LTB forms |
Commercial
| Form | Who uses it | What it does | Check before signing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial purchase agreement OREA Form 500 | Commercial buyers and sellers | Records terms for a commercial property purchase. | Due diligence; permitted use; financing; taxes and adjustments. | OREA official forms library |
| Commercial condo purchase agreement OREA Form 501 | Commercial condo buyers and sellers | Addresses a commercial condominium resale purchase. | Condominium restrictions; costs; documents and permitted use. | OREA official forms library |
Assignments
| Form | Who uses it | What it does | Check before signing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment agreement and consent documents Professional selection | Assignors, assignees, agents and lawyers | Documents the proposed transfer of a purchase agreement and any required consent. | Original agreement and amendments; authority; deposits; assignment consideration; fees; consent; tax treatment. Your professional selects the appropriate form. | Explore OREA assignment resources |
This page explains common documents; it isn’t legal advice. Have your lawyer review any agreement before you sign.