Aborted real estate deals can cost buyers
Backing out of a real estate deal is a risky business for prospective homebuyers, especially in a volatile market. Real estate brokerage Zoocasa recently predicted a return to good times…
Don’t rush into property co-ownership
Think long and hard before partnering up with a friend to buy a house.In a real estate market as crazy as the Toronto’s – the average price of a house…
Always review a current status certificate before buying a condo
Buying a condo is not the same as buying a house. With a condo, there are a few extra details you should check before signing the deal. A crucial one…
Buying a house with a tenant? Here’s what you need to know
For many homeowners, renting out the basement or other areas of their home is an attractive idea. After all, having a tenant helps cover mortgage costs, making the purchase easier…
Conditions exist to safeguard interests of purchasers
A booming real estate market last year caused an uptick in offers with no conditions, a phenomenon which can harm buyers, writes Toronto real estate lawyer Lisa Laredo in The…
New legislation proposes to increase protection for new homebuyers
Although the Ontario new home warranties plan has been in effect for more than 40 years, it has given rise to persistent complaints of an appearance of conflict of interest…
What you need to know about buying a pre-construction condo
Buying a pre-construction condo is more complicated than it first seems. The easy part is what feels like the hardest — finding a condo that you love at a price…
Speculation tax more political than practical
The Ontario government's recently announced policy changes won’t have a significant impact on the real estate market. Non-resident speculation tax The government’s 15 per cent tax on the purchase price…
Commercial real estate buys trickier than residential property
Buying commercial real estate differs significantly from personal property purchases, so it’svital that entrepreneurs seek legal advice early, Toronto real estate lawyer Lisa Laredo tells AdvocateDaily.com. “There are a number…
Executor’s role is no small job: Laredo
The role of an executor is to quarterback the assets of the deceased and it’s no small job, says Toronto lawyer, Lisa Laredo. But there is a prescribed process to…
