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October 24, 2025
Advanced Property Risk Management with a Real Estate Lawyer

Protecting an investment property in Mississauga or Brampton requires careful risk management, and a real estate lawyer plays a central role. Hidden hazards like prior illegal marijuana grow operations, water damage, or defective electrical systems must be identified through professional inspections. A real estate lawyer ensures buyers understand the risks and legal ramifications. Infrared cameras, […]

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October 24, 2025
Why Hiring a Real Estate Lawyer is Essential for New Home Purchases

Buying a Home in Brampton or Mississauga Buying a home in Brampton or Mississauga, whether it is a new condominium, a residential property, or a country or rural estate, is one of the most important financial decisions you will make. Engaging an experienced real estate lawyer ensures your investment is protected and that all legal, […]

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October 24, 2025
When Family Financing Meets Property Law: Gifts, Loans & Limitation Periods

Why a Real Estate Lawyer in Toronto Matters Helping children purchase a home is a generous act, but when those funds are advanced by a parent with the expectation of repayment, the legal complexities can be significant. If you have lent or gifted money to a child for a property purchase, engaging a real estate […]

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October 24, 2025
Negotiating What Stays and What Goes: Chattels vs. Fixtures in Toronto Property Deals

When you tour a home for sale in Toronto, the finishes, like paint colour, flooring style, and kitchen design, often catch your eye first. Equally important are the appliances, built-in shelving, mirrors, and light fixtures. These items can carry hidden negotiation points. You need to know whether they are included in the sale or if […]

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October 25, 2025
Severing a Joint Tenancy: What Homeowners in Toronto Need to Know

Owning property with someone else in Toronto can offer shared opportunities but also potential risks. If the property is held as a joint tenancy, when one of the owners passes away, their interest automatically transfers to the surviving owner through the right of survivorship. However, if one co-owner decides they no longer want that automatic […]

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October 25, 2025
Understanding Canada’s Mortgage Stress Test: What Every Toronto Homebuyer Should Know

Navigating Homeownership in a Challenging Market Toronto’s real estate market continues to challenge buyers with high prices, tight inventory, and evolving mortgage rules. For those entering the market, the federal mortgage stress test remains a significant hurdle in obtaining financing. While the test was originally introduced to protect borrowers, it remains relevant and increasingly important […]

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