What happens when… the buyer doesn’t produce their deposit
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 15 September 2023
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Your clients have sold their house. Hooray.The Agreement of Purchase and Sale has been sig...
Your clients have sold their house. Hooray.The Agreement of Purchase and Sale has been sig...
| Posted in:For Real Estate Agents |
Protecting your loved ones living with a disability through estate planning
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 29 August 2023
When estate planning, you might be wondering how you can leave assets to someone who does not have the capacity to care for themselves due to living with a disability. We understand that there is a constant worry about trying to protect them even after you are gone.
What is a Henson Trust?...
What is a Henson Trust?...
| Posted in:Wills & Estates |
Why does appointing a Power of Attorney matter?
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 13 July 2023
Most of us are familiar with the term “Power of Attorney” when it comes to managing the affairs of our loved ones. We often hear of a Power of Attorney who is responsible for making healthcare decisions after a loved one becomes ill. In a best-case scenario, the appointer will make it clear w...
| Posted in:Wills & Estates |
I want to purchase a home that has existing tenants. What are my next steps as the purchaser?
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 20 June 2023
If you intend to reside in the house yourself, you must negotiate a clause in the contract calling for “Vacant Possession”. This now puts the onus on the seller to ensure the house is empty at the date of closing.According to Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario, 30% of Ontario’s ...
| Posted in:Purchasing A Home |
My financing fell through two weeks until closing. What are my options?
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 10 May 2023
You’re buying a home and the excitement, mixed with some nerves, starts to creep in a few weeks before closing. Even if this isn’t your first home, there are always issues that may arise in your real estate deal. The best course of action is to be aware of potential problems and have a plan i...
| Posted in:Purchasing A HomeSelling |
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