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Real Estate Q&A

Navigating Pet Ownership Laws in Toronto Rentals and Condos

Real Estate Q&A

Navigating pet ownership rules in Toronto and the greater Ontario rental apartments and condominiums can be a complex task, especially... Read More

Navigating Tree Laws in Ontario: An Essential Guide

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Navigating the complexities of tree laws in Ontario and specifically Toronto, particularly with property boundaries involvement, can be intricate and... Read More

Mortgage Down Payment Help From Parents: Gift, Loan, or Trust?

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Receiving financial assistance from parents to help with a mortgage down payment is increasingly common, especially in today’s competitive real... Read More

What’s So Important About A Condominium Status Certificate?

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Buying a condominium isn’t quite like buying a house. When you purchase a condo, you’re not just acquiring a unit;... Read More

The APS calls for my seller to terminate the tenancy so the buyer can move in. The buyer is a corporation. Is it legal?

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Here’s the bottom line: Section 49 of the Residential Tenancies Act allows a seller/landlord to terminate a tenancy within a... Read More

Acting in Good Faith: Navigating Real Estate Agreements

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In real estate transactions, particularly within the context of resale residential agreements of purchase and sale, the principle of acting... Read More

Unraveling the “Survive Closing Non Merger” Clause in Real Estate Agreements

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In the world of real estate, the process doesn’t end with a handshake – it’s filled with complex jargon and... Read More

The buyer won’t close. What are my legal remedies?

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What can a seller do? Here’s the short answer: Extend the closing if the seller still wishes the transaction to... Read More

Death In Real Estate: Do I Need to Probate the Will Before I Sell the House?

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As a real estate lawyer, I am often asked if the Will of a deceased client must be probated before... Read More

Land Transfer Tax, Rebates, and Exemptions For First Time Buyers

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When it comes to answering these questions and deciphering their answers, consulting a real estate lawyer is often a good first... Read More