Key Role of Title Insurance for Ontario Real Estate Transactions: Shielding Homeowners from Financial Losses Title insurance is an essential component in protecting homeowners and lenders in Ontario from potential financial setbacks related to property title issues....
The Potential Risks of Traditional Water Heaters for Homeowners in Ontario As legal professionals with expertise in home real estate law, we believe it’s important for homeowners in Ontario to be fully informed about potential risks associated with buying water...
Understanding Latent Defects and Legal Remedies for Homebuyers in Ontario Imagine you spend months looking for a home to purchase. Eventually you find one that’s perfect, you put in an offer, and it is accepted. You hire a home inspector (as we recommended in one of...
Consequences of Not Reporting a Crime in Ontario: What You Need to Know In Canada, there are certain legal obligations to report criminal activity to authorities. Failure to fulfill these obligations could result in legal consequences. However, this is a very nuanced...
For those who don’t meet the qualifications of traditional mortgages, private mortgages can be of assistance. A private mortgage is often provided by a person or business rather than being funded from a bank or another finance provider. They are especially helpful for...
DOES THE LAW REQUIRE ME TO HAVE A REAL ESTATE LAWYER WHEN PURCHASING OR SELLING A PROPERTY IN ONTARIO? The answer to this question is a resounding yes. In fact one of the most important people you’ll work with when completing your real estate transaction is your real...
