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FAQ Library
Closing•By Ratellow Research Team•Verified 2026-09-01•How we research

What is a Statement of Adjustments and what does it show?

The Statement of Adjustments is the financial reconciliation document prepared by your real estate lawyer showing every dollar exchanged at closing — purchase price, deposit credit, prorated taxes, condo fees, and the final amount you owe.

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Read the deeper guide · Purchasing

2026 Canada Closing Costs Guide: What Homebuyers Actually Pay at the Table

Related Questions

Why is Title Insurance now preferred over a Land Survey?

Title insurance costs $250–$500 with same-day turnaround, while surveys cost $1,000–$2,000 and take 2–4 weeks — and only title insurance covers fraud and closing-gap risk.

What are the common exclusions in a 2026 title policy?

It does NOT cover environmental issues (e.g., oil tanks), issues you knew about before buying, or changes you make to the boundary after the policy is issued.

Is a 'Real Property Report' (RPR) still needed in Alberta?

An RPR is still requested by some Alberta lenders, but title insurance ($300, instant) is now the default substitute for most residential transactions.

How do OSFI 2026 B-10 guidelines impact title searches?

Lenders must perform 'Due Diligence' to ensure the property is unencumbered.

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The Statement of Adjustments (SOA) is the definitive financial document for your closing day — it shows exactly how every dollar flows between buyer and seller.

What the SOA Includes

Credits to the Buyer (money owed to you):

  • Your deposit already paid
  • Any seller repairs agreed in the offer
  • Tenants' prepaid rent or damage deposits (assignment deals)

Debits to the Buyer (money you owe):

  • Purchase price
  • Prorated property taxes (if seller has prepaid beyond possession date)
  • Prorated condo maintenance fees
  • Any extras agreed in the deal (appliances, chattels, etc.)

The "Balance Due on Closing" Line

The SOA produces a single balance due on closing figure — this is what your lawyer needs from you by possession day, on top of what your mortgage lender sends directly to the lawyer in trust. Typically:

  • Mortgage lender sends: mortgage proceeds to lawyer in trust
  • You send: closing costs + down payment balance to lawyer in trust
  • Lawyer sends: full purchase price to seller's lawyer

Key Timing

You should receive a draft SOA from your lawyer 2–5 business days before closing. Review it carefully — errors in tax prorations or deposit credits are common and must be corrected before possession day.

Your Next Steps

  1. Ask your lawyer for the draft SOA at least 3 days before closing
  2. Confirm the wire transfer amount your bank needs to send to the lawyer in trust
  3. Read the Closing Costs guide → Closing Costs Canada