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Ontario Real Estate, Wills & Estate Law Blog
Stay informed with practical legal insights from McMurter & Associates. Our blog explores Ontario real estate law, buying and selling property, wills, estate planning, probate, powers of attorney and other issues affecting individuals, families and real estate professionals. These articles provide general information; for advice about your specific circumstances, contact one of our lawyers in Whitby.
Perks of Having a Will for Your Real Estate Investment
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 16 February 2022
Investing in real estate could be one of the best investments anyone could make in their lifetime. With assured returns and tax advantages, real estate investments are lucrative in all ways to the investors. Just like any investment, real estate investment has its risks. One of the main risks inv...
| Posted in:Wills & Estates |
How Do You Legally Choose a Guardian for Your Child in Ontario?
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 4 February 2022
The short answer: In Ontario, a parent can name in their will who should care for their child after their death, but the appointment is only effective for 90 days. The person named must apply to the court for a permanent appointment, and the court decides based on the child's best interests.Have y...
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What Happens to my Real Estate Investments if I don’t Have a Will?
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 9 September 2021
The answer to this question lies in the answer to another question. How did you take title to the property at the time of the purchase?If you took it in your own name, then it is simply an asset to be dealt with in the administration of the Estate. In the absence of a Will, the Province of ...
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Why Do I Need a Will for my Real Estate Investments?
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 10 March 2021
According to a 2018 Angus Reid Institute survey, just over half of Canadians (51%) do not have a Will. In other words, half of Canadians will not have a say in who handles their estate or what happens to their property when they die.There are some reasons that Canadians cite for not having a...
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