André Pierre Smit

André Pierre Smit

Sales Representative

Realty Executives Plus Ltd., Brokerage*

Mobile:
416-898-2852
Office:
905-337-7001
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Title insurance details in Canada

Title Insurance Guide With

When you buy a home, you’re not just purchasing the property — you’re securing the legal right to own it. Title insurance helps protect that ownership from unexpected legal or financial issues after closing. With , by your side, you can move forward knowing your investment is protected from day one.

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What Is Title Insurance?

Title insurance is a one-time insurance policy that protects your ownership of a property from past issues tied to the title. Even with a thorough title search, certain problems can remain hidden and surface later. Unlike home insurance, which protects against future damage, title insurance protects against pre-existing title defects — for as long as you own the property.

Who Is Protected by Title Insurance?

Title insurance can protect:

  • Home buyers (owner’s policy)
  • Mortgage lenders (lender’s policy)
  • Or both

Coverage applies to resale homes, new builds, condos, and vacation properties.

Is Title Insurance Required?

If you’re buying with a mortgage, lenders require title insurance to protect the loan amount. This lender’s policy remains active until the mortgage is fully paid off. Owner’s title insurance is optional but strongly recommended. It protects you — not the lender — and is paid once at closing, with no ongoing premiums.

If you’re unsure about title insurance or how it fits into your purchase, I’d be happy to walk you through your options and explain what’s right for your situation.

Having spent a combined 20 years in senior operational management for the world's most
recognizable brand, Coca-Cola and the world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart, and another 15
years in senior management in a wide variety of industries, I have cetainly got to appreciate
what world class customer / client sevice is all about. 
 
My accounting background, well honed negotiation skills and perseverance trait, picked up
over this period, helped me become a very successful realtor in South Africa, and later in
Canada.
My family, consisting of a wife, a son and two daughters, settled in the beautiful town of
Oakville after our arrival in our newly adopted country, from South Africa, at the end of 2002.
As such, I am eager to offer advice on the numerous challenges faced by new immigrants
and first time home buyers in this great country. 
 
As an avid fisherman, I have also leant that it takes a lot of patience and skill, before landing
the big one. 
 
I am really enjoying working with all the fine executive realtors at Realty Executives, in order
to continue to offer my existing and new clients my unparalleled, personalized, world class,
professional sevice. Where you won't just be a statistic!


Designation: B.Com., MBA

Education: B.Com (University of Natal) MBA (University of South Africa)

Speciality: Residential

Years of Experience: 20

Awards: Outstanding Achievement Award Winner - 2019 & 2023, 100% Club Award Winner - 2020 & 2021

Area Covered: Halton, Peel, Toronto, Hamilton, Waterloo & Niagagra

Languages Spoken: Afrikaans, English



Title Insurance: Covered vs. Not Covered

Understanding your coverage helps you avoid costly surprises after closing.

What Title Insurance Typically Covers?

  • Unknown title defects
  • Unpaid liens or prior mortgages
  • Ownership claims from unknown parties
  • Fraud or forgery related to title
  • Errors in public records or surveys

What Title Insurance Does Not Cover

  • Issues disclosed before closing
  • Problems that arise after the policy date
  • Environmental hazards
  • Indigenous land claims

Still have questions ? is happy to walk you through your options and connect you with the right professionals.

Note: Coverage varies by provider and policy type. Always confirm the specifics of your policy.

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When Does Title Insurance End?

Understanding the duration of your title insurance helps you stay protected when it matters most.

Quick Tips For Buyers

  • Ask your lawyer about owner and lender policies
  • Review covered and excluded risks carefully
  • Protects ownership rights, not physical damage

If you’re exploring distressed properties or foreclosure opportunities, understanding title risks is especially important.

Coverage & Timing

  • Owner’s policy starts at closing and lasts as long as you own the property
  • Lender’s policy: Ends once the mortgage is fully paid
  • Payment: One-time cost paid at closing

Why It Matters

Knowing how long each policy lasts helps protect you from unexpected issues. The lender’s policy safeguards the mortgage, while the owner’s policy protects your ownership for as long as you own the property. If a covered title issue arises, the policy pays legal fees and expenses to defend your title, providing long-term peace of mind.

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Contact me today so I can help you understand your insurance options and prepare the right plan to protect your new home.

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