Rising Seniors Population and Downsizing

As the baby boomer generation continues to age, more and more individuals are looking for ways to downsize their homes and simplify their lives. One demographic that is particularly interested …

House Movement

Question: I have lived in my house for over 50 years, and within the last 6 months, I believe I have sensed a shifting. How can this be? Answer: You …

Criminal Interest Rate Reduction

Under Section 347 of Criminal Code, it is an offence to enter into an agreement or arrangement to receive interest, or actually receive interest, at an effective rate exceeding 60% annually. …

Holding onto Two Houses

Question: If someone lived in their home for a number 25 years and then purchased a new property which they occupied as their principal residence, while renting out the first, …

Adverse Possession in Rural Area

Question: A property was purchased back in August 2006. New owners have an amicable relationship with the former owners (who are also neighbours) and since purchasing the property from them, …

Revisions to Consumer Protection Act

Registration of Notices of Security Interests Many companies really fail to bring to the homeowners attention that if they rent some, then a lien will be registered against the title …

Ontario’s New Consumer Protection Act

The Province is looking to update this legislation. When it comes to real estate, the biggest impact will be furnace rentals and the like. Long-term Leases The concern is “purchase-cost …