Speculation tax more political than practical
August 22, 2017
The Ontario government’s recently announced policy changes won’t have a significant impact on the real estate market. Non-resident speculation tax
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Commercial real estate buys trickier than residential property
August 8, 2017
Buying commercial real estate differs significantly from personal property purchases, so it’svital that entrepreneurs seek legal advice early, Toronto real
Everything you need to know about naming a POA
August 8, 2017
Everything you need to know about naming a POA * This article does not replace legal advice and is meant
Elder abuse under the guise of a POA is all too common
June 30, 2017
While awareness of elder abuse is on the rise, sadly, its prevalence is not falling. Spotting this kind of abuse
Executor’s role is no small job: Laredo
June 9, 2017
The role of an executor is to quarterback the assets of the deceased and it’s no small job, says Toronto
Legal agreements are a must in shared home ownership arrangements
June 2, 2017
Earlier this month, about two dozen Torontonians came together in a speed-dating type of event in search of a home
Shared Home Ownership (Podcast)
May 31, 2017
Shared Home Ownership (Part 2): Advice from a Real Estate Lawyer Part 2 of Shared Ownership is from a legal
Title insurance: a primer for homeowners
May 23, 2017
Title insurance beats out solicitors’ opinions for budget-conscious home buyers, Toronto real estate lawyer Lisa Laredo tells AdvocateDaily.com. In fact,
Beware the dangers of a continuing power of attorney
May 1, 2017
In this article, I wish to discuss some of the dangers that may arise out of granting a continuing power
Use caution when granting power of attorney for property
May 1, 2017
Powers of attorney are often granted in anticipation of an individual becoming incapable of managing property, but as Toronto wills
Consider conveyance issues after death of property owner
January 9, 2017
From a real property law standpoint, many important aspects of conveyancing need to be addressed following the death of a
Lender can rely on title register when mortgage not fraudulent
December 30, 2016
A recent Divisional Court decision that found a mortgage was not a fraudulent instrument allowed the lender to rely upon
