Real Estate Basics: HST and Real Estate (All You Need to Know)
If you are buying or selling real estate, knowing whether HST is payable (or collectible) is an essential component of the transaction. This is determined by the type …
Mortgage Remedies (A Lender’s Perspective)
A “mortgage” or “charge” is a conveyance of land as security for the payment of a debt. So long as the Borrower performs all of his or her obligations …
Joint Tenants vs Tenants in Common (What’s the difference?)
Purchasing a property is one of the most important decisions people make throughout their lifetime. As is often the case, when two (or more) people are buying a property …
Joint Ownership With Right of Survivorship (Watch out!)
It is very common for individuals, as part of their estate plan, to place property such as bank accounts, investment certificates and homes on joint account or joint tenancy …
Cottage Property Issues: Know Your Water Rights
By: Joshua Matson Owning waterfront land is an aspiration for many of us and waterfront lots are often highly sought after. Issues concerning the rightful use, access and enjoyment …
Language Rights and Access to Justice for Franco-Ontarians
Email Our Family Law Lawyers Canada recognizes two official languages, English and French. As a result, the Canadian Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms protects the right of Francophone parents …
Who Gets the Family Pet on Separation?
Email Our Family Law Lawyers While many people see their pets as an integral member of their family, you may be surprised to learn that the Court has typically viewed …
Make a Will Month
Email Our Wills & Estate Lawyers Updated November 2022 – November is Make a Will Month in Ontario. This is an opportunity to do what you may have been putting …
Bill 245: Accelerating Access to Justice Act – New Changes to Wills and Estates
Email Our Real Estate Lawyers If you are interested in a parcel of land and have a specific use that you want to confirm is permitted for the parcel, the …
Shoreline Road Allowances
Email Our Real Estate Lawyers What is a Shoreline Road Allowance? If you are purchasing or own property on a river or lake, you may encounter issues with the shoreline …
