Free Tax Sale Checklists & Downloads
Save time and avoid costly mistakes with our printable tax sale investor tools. All completely free — no email required.
Due Diligence Checklist
14-point checklist for any tax sale property
Cover every critical step before bidding: title search, environmental review, zoning, survey, liens, Crown interest, occupancy, utilities, insurance, and more. One side of A4/Letter — bring it to every title search session.
View & Print ChecklistProvince Comparison Chart
All 10 provinces at-a-glance
Quick-reference table comparing all 10 provinces: sale format, redemption period, deposit requirement, land transfer tax, governing legislation, and key investor notes. Essential for multi-province investors.
View Comparison ChartRedemption Period Reference Card
Print and keep in your wallet
| Province | Redemption Period | Sale Format |
|---|---|---|
| ON | 1 year | Sealed Tender |
| AB | None | Auction |
| BC | 1 year | Auction |
| QC | 1 year | Adjudication / Tender |
| MB | 1 year | Auction |
| SK | 6 months | Auction |
| NS | 6 months | Both |
| NB | 3 months | Auction |
| PE | 1 year | Tender |
| NL | 6 months | Both |
All-In Cost Estimator
Every cost from bid to title
| Cost Item | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Winning bid amount | Your bid |
| Land transfer tax (provincial) | 0.5–2% of bid |
| Title search / legal fees | $800–$2,500 |
| Title insurance (optional) | $200–$600 |
| Property survey | $1,200–$3,500 |
| Phase I ESA (if needed) | $1,500–$3,500 |
| Property taxes (ongoing annual) | Varies |
| Insurance (during redemption) | $400–$1,200/yr |
| Work orders / remediation | $0–$50,000+ |
| Estimated All-In Total | Bid + overhead |
How to Print These Resources
Open any guide page linked above and use your browser's Print function (Ctrl+P or Cmd+P). Select 'Print to PDF' to save, or print directly to paper. All table-heavy pages are designed to print cleanly on A4 or Letter paper in portrait or landscape orientation. Enable 'Background graphics' in your print settings for best results.