Legal Insights for Property, Immigration and Business
Real estate, immigration, notary, business and estate questions gathered for Ontario readers who need a practical starting point.
Posts by Mariya Berenbaum
Who Decides for Your Children Without a Will in Canada
Guardianship, inheritance and estate delays can become court controlled when parents of minor children die without a valid will.
Laneway Suites and Title Restrictions Buyers Should Check
Deferred development charges, City consent and title restrictions can affect a Toronto laneway suite purchase before closing.
When a Seller’s CRA Tax Holdback Becomes Your Problem
Section 116, clearance certificates and missed holdbacks can leave a buyer exposed after purchasing from a non resident seller.
Why Your Refinance Advance May Be Smaller Than Expected
Mortgage penalties, lender fees, tax holdbacks and debt payouts can reduce the funds you actually receive on closing.
CAF Relocation and BGRS Legal Fees for Ontario Homes
Posting messages, TPSP lawyers, legal invoices and reimbursement rules can affect your home purchase or sale during a CAF move.
Power of Sale Homes in Ontario and the Risks Buyers Miss
As is clauses, hidden defects, HST questions and closing delays can turn a discounted home into a costly legal problem.