Real Estate Transactions: Who Pays What & When Webinar with expert insights and Q&As Thurs, Sept. 18, 2025 from 12:15pm – 1:15pm ET Your Guide to Real Estate Transaction 101 Buying a home comes with a lot of costs—and they don’t all show up at once. This webinar walks you through what you’ll pay, who you’ll pay, and when the money is due. You’ll hear from a panel of real estate, mortgage, and legal experts who break down the real costs of buying a home. It’s everything you need to know to plan ahead and avoid surprises. Anne Alkok Broker of RecordWahi Realty Inc., Brokerage Anne has been helping homebuyers navigate the real estate market with confidence for over 20 years. With in-depth market knowledge and a passion for guiding clients every step of the way, Anne brings clarity, expertise and insight to the buying and selling process. Michelle Young Certified Mortgage Advisornesto Michelle specializes in mortgages and brings over two decades of experience leading finance departments for some of Canada’s top real estate firms. With a deep passion for helping people achieve their financial goals, Michelle knows the real estate and mortgage processes inside and out. Jonas Rubinoff Real Estate LawyerRubinoff Law Jonas has been helping clients navigate real estate transactions with confidence for over 14 years. With expertise in residential and commercial real estate, mortgage financing, private lending, and more, Jonas brings clarity and trusted guidance to homebuyers. Kristin Doucet Managing EditorWahi Kristin has over 25 years of experience working in corporate communications and magazine journalism. She is the managing editor at Wahi, where she oversees content development for the website and media relations. What You’ll Learn The Real Costs of Buying a Home: What Buyers Pay & When Get a big-picture view of what buyers are expected to pay, from upfront costs to ongoing expenses. Anne will highlight key moments when money changes hands, like deposits and down payments, and help you understand which costs are standard, which are negotiable, and how to budget confidently. (10 minutes) Mortgage Money: Downpayment, Financing, Payments, Penalties & Protection Get a clear understanding of how mortgages work, what lenders expect, and how financing fits into the total cost of buying a home. Michelle will walk you through what you need to know about mortgages so you can sidestep unexpected costs and delays. (10 minutes) Closing Day & Legal Fees Demystified What happens in the final stretch before you get your keys? Jonas will break down what to expect on closing day, what legal costs come into play, and how your lawyer supports the process to make sure everything goes smoothly. (10 minutes) Live Q&A – Moderated by Kristin Doucet, Managing Editor, Wahi Questions on real estate transaction costs? Get expert answers to help you move forward with confidence. (20 minutes) Sign up below to reserve your spot for the live webinar. Once registered, you’ll receive a unique URL for the event along with notifications and updates leading up to the session—be sure to check your spam folder just in case! Want to Learn More? Interested in working with a Wahi REALTOR® or learning more about our cashback program? Fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch to answer your questions. First Name Last Name Example@e-mail.com Phone Number connect with wahi Your privacy is our priority. No spam, just security. By submitting this form, you agree your information may be shared with a Wahi Realtor or partner Realtor to provide the service requested. See our privacy policy for more information. Our hours: Weekday: 9AM – 9PM / Weekend: 10AM – 6PM
