MNSKEY RESOURCE CENTRE · ONTARIO
Understand standard transaction forms, then use practical worksheets to prepare.
UNDERSTAND THE DOCUMENTS BEFORE YOU SIGN
Explore common Ontario real estate documents: what they do, who uses them, and the points to discuss with your agent or lawyer.
OREA FORM 100 · Buying / selling
Who: Buyers and sellers
Records the proposed price, closing date, conditions and other purchase terms.
Deposit; conditions; deadlines; inclusions; closing arrangements.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 101 · Buying / selling
Who: Condo buyers and sellers
A purchase agreement tailored to condominium resale.
Condominium documents; fees; parking and locker interests; conditions.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 200 · Representation
Who: Sellers and brokerages
Authorizes a brokerage to market the property under agreed terms.
Duration; services; remuneration; termination terms.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 300 · Representation
Who: Buyers and brokerages
Defines the buyer–brokerage relationship for purchase or lease.
Scope; duration; services; remuneration and obligations.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 400 · Renting / leasing
Who: Tenants and landlords
Records an offer to rent. It is distinct from Ontario’s standard lease.
Rent; inclusions; conditions; commencement date; next steps.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 401 · Renting / leasing
Who: Tenants and landlords
Adds transaction-specific terms to a residential lease offer.
Consistency with the main agreement and applicable tenancy rules.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 402 · Renting / leasing
Who: Tenants and landlords
Documents an agreed release relating to a lease offer.
Release scope; deposits; required signatures.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 500 · Commercial
Who: Commercial buyers and sellers
Records terms for a commercial property purchase.
Due diligence; permitted use; financing; taxes and adjustments.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 501 · Commercial
Who: Commercial condo buyers and sellers
Addresses a commercial condominium resale purchase.
Condominium restrictions; costs; documents and permitted use.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
OREA FORM 801 · Buying / selling
Who: Agents and brokerages
Summarizes an offer for transaction records.
Accuracy; offer identification; submission details.
Some documents require OREA member access. Ask your agent for the current form.
Ontario 2229 · Renting / leasing
Who: 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.
Public government form.
LTB · Renting / leasing
Who: 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.
Public forms with filing instructions.
RECO · Representation
Who: Buyers, sellers, agents and brokerages
Explains representation and working with an Ontario real estate professional.
Representation options; duties; conflicts; questions before signing.
Public information guide; not a purchase contract.
Professional selection · Assignments
Who: 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.
Ask your agent or lawyer for the appropriate current form and builder-specific documents.
Professional selection · Buying / selling
Who: 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.
Ask your agent or lawyer which current form applies.
Form numbers are reference identifiers, not a guarantee of the correct version for your transaction. OREA owns its standard forms; this page provides original summaries and links rather than reproducing them.
Optional MNSKEY tools to prepare your information. These do not replace the transaction forms above.
Buyers · Agents
Prepare a clear brief before viewing properties.
Buyers · Renters / tenants · Agents
Record the same details at each viewing.
Sellers · Agents
Gather information for your selling team.
Renters / tenants
Compare rental options and avoid unexpected costs.
Landlords · Renters / tenants · Property managers
Document observations together; this is not a waiver or damage assessment.
Renters / tenants · Landlords · Property managers
Provide clear facts and keep a record of your request.
Landlords · Property managers
Organize documents and practical information for a new tenancy.
Assignment buyers / sellers · Agents · Brokerages
Prepare for professional review before advertising or committing.
Agents · Brokerages
Track a file using your brokerage procedures.
Brokerages · Agents
Record a review and outstanding follow-up.
Buyers · Sellers · Renters / tenants · Landlords
Coordinate practical tasks with your professionals.
Everyone · Lawyers / mortgage professionals · Investors
Bring focused questions to your lawyer, mortgage adviser or other professional.
Open the current document and instructions from the issuing organization.
Representation, responsibilities and working with an agent.
Standard lease guidance and access to the official lease.
Landlord and tenant applications, notices and filing instructions.
Official inspection checklist for new-home buyers.
Background on transferring a new-home purchase agreement.
