Search Assist™

Your day, simplified.


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Every commercial real estate transaction is unique

So are the searches needed to close them. Search Assist makes your day easier by managing searches with municipalities, regions and other authorities on your behalf. This allows you to focus on other aspects of the transaction while staying in control throughout the process. 

 

Streamline your search process

FCT's Search Assist alleviates the biggest pain point in commercial real estate transactions: conducting numerous time-consuming searches. By handling these searches, we enable lawyers and law clerks to concentrate on other critical tasks, enhancing overall efficiency and client service. 

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Stay in control and informed

With Search Assist, firms maintain control over their processes while we manage the search logistics. Simply request the searches through our online portal, and we'll handle the rest, including follow-ups with municipalities and authorities. Throughout the process, we keep you updated on the status of your searches, ensuring a seamless experience. 

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What are the benefits of using FCT’s Search Assist?

FCT’s Search Assist is a centralized solution designed to help manage the searches required in a commercial real estate transaction. 

Efficiency

Available through the online platform where you order commercial title insurance, Search Assist™ simplifies the due diligence search process, making life easier for legal professional. We handle the frustrating parts while you maintain control over your files.

An extension of your team

Search Assist removes the guesswork from managing searches with municipalities, regions and other government authorities, helping you move faster and more confidently through every commercial transaction.

Peace of mind

Backed by experienced law clerks, our team ensures your searches are managed efficiently and accurately. You’ll receive timely updates throughout the process so you can focus on other critical aspects of the transaction.

 

Try Search Assist for free!

We'll waive the $25 service fee per search on your first order.*

 

See how Search Assist simplifies your day

Watch this video to see the process in action and discover how you can request your searches conveniently through the online platform where you order commercial title insurance. Interested in learning more? Book a demo today.

Your workflow, simplified

From placing search requests to receiving your title insurance policy, Search Assist handles the heavy lifting. Our process is designed to reduce manual effort, eliminate delays, and keep everything organized in one place.

Explore how we make your day simpler—step by step.

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Experience the improved efficiency and convenience of Search Assist™. Book a demo today and see how we can simplify your due diligence searches. 


Real Stories. Real Results.

See how legal professionals are saving time, reducing stress, and streamlining their workflow with Search Assist.

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Customer testimonial

 

“Search Assist has become a game-changer in how I manage search orders. The convenience of having everything centralized, the quick turnaround, and the support from the FCT team have made a stressful, manual process incredibly easy. I feel more in control of my files and more confident in the service I deliver to my lawyer and our clients.”

Honestly, if Search Assist were to go away—I’d be lost. I recommend it to anyone who wants to streamline their workflow and take some pressure off their plate.”

Jeannette McLachlan, Law Clerk

Lerners LLP

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*Offer valid on first-time orders. Waived fee does not include disbursements, government fees and taxes.

 

The search results are provided “as is” and “as available” and First Canadian Title Company Limited makes no guarantees, warranties, representations or conditions, express or implied, including with respect to merchantability, quality, or fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the FCT Search Assist services. All risk as to the results and performance of FCT Search Assist is assumed by the law/notary firm requesting the services. FCT’s service level obligations include using commercially reasonable efforts to follow up with governmental authorities starting at 5 business days before the requisition due date with additional follow-ups occurring until all responses are received. FCT is not responsible for searches not received prior to the requisition date or the closing date. Services by First Canadian Title Company Limited. The services company does not provide insurance products. Some products/services may vary by province. Prices and products/services offered are subject to change without notice.

 

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