The Law Blog Posts - Categorized Under Real Estate

One common question I hear is: "Can I make my tenant move out at the end of a fixed term tenancy if we agreed on a vacate clause?" Well, it's not as straightforward as it seems.

What happens if you serve a two month notice to end tenancy for landlord use but don't end up moving in or can't afford to? Now, the tenant is suing you for 12 months of rent. Let's break this down and understand what you need to know.

When you're buying or selling a property, whether it's vacant or tenanted, it's crucial to ensure that the contract of purchase and sale accurately reflects the tenancy situation. Don’t let oversight lead to legal troubles!

Are you required by law to complete a Land Owner Transparency Registry (LOTR) report for a property that you currently own?

Buying a property with friends? Best nail down first how your joint ownership set-up will work to avoid potential disputes later.

What am I Paying my Real Estate Lawyer for? Jamie Nay

Your realtor and your mortgage broker carry your home purchase (or sale) the first 200 yards. Your lawyer brings it home for the last 20 yards.” That’s paraphrasing a friend of mine, realtor David Smith, describing the role of a real estate (or “conveyancing”) lawyer. And, you know what?