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Purchasing Residential Properties under the Rent-to-Own Process: A concept gaining momentum in the current ominous real estate market

For many Canadians, owning a home is a dream. However, over the past few years, this has proven to be difficult to attain due to the rocky and inconsi...
Dec 2023
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Changes to the Vacant Home Tax One Year After Implementation

Last year I wrote an article on the Vacant Home Tax (“VHT”), which took effect on January 1, 2023. Both the City of Toronto and the City o...
Nov 2023
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Requirements under the HCRA and Tarion to Sell New Construction Homes in Ontario

How to Avoid the “Illegal Builder” Designation Interested in selling a new construction home in Ontario? Here’s what you need to know… There are two authorities that regulate new build...
Nov 2023
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Property Assessments and Calculating Property Taxes in Ontario

What is MPAC? The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), is the largest assessment jurisdiction in North America. MPAC operates as an indep...
Nov 2023
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Deposit Protection Under Tarion - What are the Differences in How Deposit Funds are Treated for Freehold Homes vs New Condos?

Deposit Protection is available to purchasers of new homes under Ontario’s new home warranty and protection plan, administered by Tarion. If a p...
Nov 2023
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Selling Property in Ontario – Reviewing the Principal Residence Exemption and Property Flipping Rules

The sale of any residential property in Canada generally triggers a capital gain which means that 50% of the increased value of the property is taxabl...
Nov 2023
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Update to Tarion: New Enrolment Fee Schedule

Tarion has recently announced that there will be upcoming changes to the schedule of new enrolment fees effective as of January 1, 2024. The enrolment...
Nov 2023
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Understanding Estate Administration Tax in Ontario

What are probate fees and what are the exceptions to probate? Estate Administration Tax (EAT), also referred to as probate fees, is the tax applicable on the total value of the estate of a deceased person. When a...
Nov 2023
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Embrace Warmth, Save on Energy Bills: The Home Winterproofing and Energy Affordability Programs

Attention homeowners and prospective buyers! As we brace ourselves for the chill of the winter season, there is no doubt that the thought of escalatin...
Nov 2023
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Options for Your Final Resting Place

Introduction In Ontario, the individual designated as the estate representative holds the ultimate authority in determining the disposal of a dec...
Nov 2023
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Can My Spouse Be Held Liable for Intimate Partner Violence in a Family Law Claim?

The simple answer to this question is, “yes.” Despite the Ontario Court of Appeal’s recent rejection of the tort of family violence,...
Nov 2023
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Do You Have a Henson Trust in Your Will for a Disabled or Incapable Beneficiary?

A Henson trust clause or paragraph is typically included in a Will in respect of a beneficiary who is or is likely to be a recipient of social assista...
Nov 2023
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New Federal Agreement to Fast Track 1,200 Housing Units in Kitchener

On November 3, 2023 the Government of Canada and the City of Kitchener announced that they had reached an agreement to provide funding to Kitchener to...
Nov 2023
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Charged up: an Analysis on Electric Vehicle Parking in Ontario Condominiums

In an effort to lower Canada’s environmental footprint, the federal government has recently published proposed regulations that set sales target...
Nov 2023
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Thinking About Adding Your Children on Title to Avoid Probate Fees?

Estate Planning and Joint Ownership Why do people consider adding their child on title as a joint tenant for their property? Often, parents want to deal with the transfer of real propert...
Nov 2023
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Land Transfer Tax: Benefit of Prepayment

Buying a property can be an exhilarating experience, but it also involves numerous taxes and fees. One that often goes unnoticed is the Land Transfer ...
Nov 2023
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How to Avoid the Unanticipated Consequences of Living Separate and Apart from a Spouse:

A Case study on Will and Jada Smith In a recent interview, Jada Pinkett Smith confirmed that she has been separated from actor Will Smith since 2016. Though not divorced, Jada explained ...
Nov 2023
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Why Make a Will?

What is a Will? A Will is a document that leaves instructions about what you want done with your personal possessions and property after you die. Havi...
Nov 2023
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The Risk of Private Lending in Real Estate Investments: A Lesson to be Observed from the Epic Alliance Scheme

The concept of private lending is a familiar one to the vast majority of the Canadian population. Individuals at least understand the basic structure ...
Oct 2023
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Federal Government to Create Public Transparency Register for Private Federal Corporations

Following British Columbia and Quebec, the federal government has introduced new legislation that, if enacted, will create a federal register of indiv...
Oct 2023
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Hidden Dangers Below: The Risks of Illegal Basement Apartments

The growing trend of secondary units in homes, such as basement apartments, is a notable investment strategy for many, given the soaring mortgage expe...
Oct 2023
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Announcing Your Separation on Social Media. Yes or No?

Social media is everywhere and almost everyone in Canada has access to it or utilizes it. For most people, turning to social media to complain, vent, ...
Oct 2023
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Equitable Mortgages: What Are They, When They May Arise, and Their Effects

I recently wrote an article on the different types of mortgages that are available within the real estate market sphere. These types of mortgages...
Oct 2023
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CRA Extends Filing Deadline for 2022 Underused Housing Tax Returns

We have previously commented on the Underused Housing Tax, and more information can be found here. The Canadian government has made strides in address...
Oct 2023
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