Probate just got a little easier for some small estates. The provincial government recently announced that it would raise the limit for those considered “small estates” from $50,000 to $150,000. "Right now,…
Reverse mortgages are growing in popularity as the quality of the products available improves. Better Dwelling, a news outlet covering the housing market, reports that reverse mortgage debt has spiked in…
Clarity is critical when it comes to drafting a will. Beneficiaries don’t always agree on what particular words or phrases in a will mean – Ontario’s Superior Court hears will challenge…
Think carefully about what goes in your MLS listing, because you could be held to it. The real estate listing is up there with the Agreement of Purchase and Sale in terms of importance, and buyers are entitled to rely on its contents.
When buying a home, the standard real estate contract will always require a deposit. The contract may then go on to provide for a further payment of cash, which, together…
Power of Attorney (POA) documents are incredibly important. Without them, should you no longer be mentally or physically capable of making decisions on your own, the courts and/or governments determine…
Have you ever thought about using an online service to write a will instead of hiring a lawyer to draft one for you? After all, dozens of websites offer to…
Take advantage of the cooling off period to avoid getting burned on a newbuild condo deal. Brand new condo purchases hold a unique status in Ontario’s real estate world, carrying…
On the first day of Christmas, your favourite lawyer gave to you 12 reasons to get a Will and POA: It’s never been easier: During the pandemic, Wills can even…
There’s no better time than the present to get your estate in order.I’ve heard every excuse in the book from procrastinators who say they’re too young, too old, too poor…
