When it comes to property ownership, there are several different ways to arrange things, especially if you’re in the process of planning for your estate. You might wish to leave property to one person, which is quite straightforward, but it will often trigger the need to “probate” your estate, since that is usually a requirement […]
Category: Real Estate Law
Why It’s Important To Hire A Real Estate Lawyer When Buying Property
Published: July 23, 2021It’s difficult to know what you don’t know. Sadly, in law, what you don’t know can often be crucial for safe, legal transactions. Buying a house is exciting, but there are a lot of small details that must first be considered. If you’re in the market for a real estate lawyer, then there are several […]
First-Time Home Buyer?: Real Estate Lawyers Answer Your Questions
Published: August 5, 2020You’ve done it. You’ve either found the perfect home, or you’ve made the decision to begin your search. If you’re a first-time home buyer, you probably have several questions you’re itching to ask a good real estate lawyer. Barrie is home to a booming real estate market, but few homes come complete with a how-to-purchase […]
Are Surveys Obsolete?
Published: March 28, 2019Whether you’re buying a piece of real estate, or lending money via a mortgage on it, do you need a survey? It depends (that’s what most lawyers’ answers start with!). But on what? Traditionally, real estate lawyers undertook a series of investigations – title and off-title – to provide their purchaser and lender clients with […]
Read This Before You Buy Property!
Published: May 6, 2017Buying a house, or even a vacant lot, is a very big step, regardless of whether it is your first home or if you have done it before. The purchase contract is a legal document which creates rights and responsibilities. The lawyer will ask you about what you might want to do with the property […]