By Elias Metlej
There are different types of ownership if two or more people own a property together. Understanding the difference is critical to protect your interest and plan for your future.
"Joint Tenants" describes the ownership of land by two or more people where there is a right of survivorship. When one of the joint owners dies, his or her share passes automatically to the surviving owners. ...
Posted by David Yetman
on August 10, 2009
By Elias Metlej
A client told me that when she bought her first home she met with her lawyer once, for only 15 minutes. Following this, she understood only two things - she paid a lot of money and she owned a house. Unfortunately, far too many people experience this legal blur when purchasing or selling their home.
A property transaction will be an overwhelming experience. In our business, surprises ...
Posted by David Yetman
on July 13, 2009
Halifax is home to one of the hottest-selling neighbourhoods in Canada, according to a survey by Century 21 Realty.
The Morris Lake area on the northeast shores of the harbour is ranked alongside High Park in Toronto, Richmond in Vancouver, and upscale North Kildonan in Winnipeg.
In the Morris Lake area, the average house price was $222,756 in April, an increase of 11 per cent from a year earlier. ...
Posted by David Yetman
on June 23, 2009