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Last updated: September 15, 2026.

If you are selling a home in Saskatchewan, there are two documents that keep coming up in the closing conversation: a Real Property Report (RPR) and title insurance. They sound similar, they are often talked about in the same breath, and they cover very different things. Buyers usually pay for title insurance. Sellers usually pay for the RPR. Here is what each one is, what it costs in Saskatoon today, and how sellers should think about them.

Real Property Report vs Title Insurance in Saskatchewan

A Real Property Report is a legal survey document produced by a Saskatchewan Land Surveyor. It shows the location and dimensions of the buildings, decks, garages, fences, and any encroachments in relation to the…

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Buying a home is likely going to be the largest purchase of your life, and the total cost goes beyond just the purchase price.  Here’s what you can expect for costs associated with your purchase.

  • LAND TRANSFER TAX | .5-2% of value

  • When a home changes hands, many provinces and a few municipalities, charge a property transfer tax, or title transfer fee.  It can add thousands to your purchase price. (First time home buyers qualify for rebates or exemptions in some provinces)

  • APPRAISAL FEE | around $500

  • Your lender may ask you to have a home appraised to confirm its market value.  Fees vary depending on a property’s value and complexity… CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING

  • LEGAL FEES | $500-$800

  • A lawyer or notary will help…

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