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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.
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 ...
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:Selling a Home in Ontario | McMurter & Associates |
What happens to your digital assets after your pass away?
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 2 March 2023
What happens to your Facebook profile after you become incapacitated or pass away? What about your email account? The rest of your digital assets?After you pass away or are unable to access these digital accounts, it is going to be difficult for anyone else to access them.According to Ottawa...
| Posted in:Wills & Estates |
The sellers left the house a mess! What can I do?
Posted by McMurter & Associates
on 1 February 2023
“The seller didn’t sweep the hallway like they said they would!”
“The seller left a bunch of garbage!”
“There are so many holes in the walls!”You do your final walkthrough of the home 2 weeks before closing. You realize that the home is in disarray, but the seller still has 2 week...
“The seller left a bunch of garbage!”
“There are so many holes in the walls!”You do your final walkthrough of the home 2 weeks before closing. You realize that the home is in disarray, but the seller still has 2 week...
