Did you know that a real estate lawyer’s title search just before closing can sometimes find red flags that could have been rectified with a title search prior to listing? This is why at McMurter & Associates we always recommend a title search be done BEFORE the listing of a property.
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Pets are considered property and nothing more in the eyes of the law. Plan accordingly.
In Ontario, pets are considered property so the same rules of guardianship of your children do not apply. In fact, when it comes to your estate your beloved cat is considered as no more valuable than your couch, or your sweet dog is only as important as your dining room table
Red flags that can arise in your title search
Red flags that can arise in your title search. When you are selling, the deal will not close without a current title search on your property. A title search ensures there are no hindrances for a new owner taking possession. Sometimes, there are red flags.
Estate Planning for New Parents
Planning for your new family should include making changes to your will or creating a will if you have not already done so.
Many new parents often overlook the process of planning for their future when it comes to their family. We want to share how important it is to have an estate plan in place even before you start a family.
What happens when… Red flags to watch for in your client’s title search
did you know that your title search through GeoWarehouse differs greatly from a real estate lawyer’s version through Teraview?
In a real estate lawyer’s ideal world, a title search would be conducted BEFORE every property is listed. While this may not be common practice, having the search done before could save a lot of sellers, buyers, realtors, and lawyers from some unfortunate situations.
What Assets Should Be Included in Your Will?
One of the biggest challenges of estate planning is ensuring that your assets end up in the hands of the people you choose. Every will is going to be unique based on your assets and your beneficiaries, but when you work with an estate planning lawyer the process doesn’t have to be complicated.
When you plan your estate with McMurter & Associates we have a specific formula that we work with to ensure that all your assets are properly handled.
Buying a New Build Home in the Durham Region – Your Real Estate Lawyer Can Help!
At McMurter & Associates, we are seeing more distressed buyers than in recent years with increased interest rates and the stress test that buyers must go through with their lender. This also applies to buyers purchasing a home or condo that is not yet built or in...
What to expect when you are appointed as an Executor in Ontario
What are the responsibilities of an Executor? In the simplest terms, an Executor carries out the wishes of the deceased as outlined in their will.
What does a real estate lawyer actually do during a real estate transaction?
A real estate lawyer protects their client’s rights as laid out in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale. Your lawyer will ensure that all parties in the transaction have fulfilled their duties as outlined in the contract. They ensure the property taxes are up to date, ensure there aren’t any liens on the property, handle the funds to the appropriate parties, and land transfer tax… just to name a few things!
What happens when… the buyer doesn’t produce their deposit.
The Agreement of Purchase and Sale has been signed and the deal is firm. Congratulations to you, the agent, and your buyer. It feels like time to celebrate, but then…
The date scheduled for the buyer to pay their deposit passes without the funds anywhere to be seen. Besides an angry seller who is likely riddled with emotions, what happens next?
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