As a landlord, one of the most troubling situations you can face is entering a property you have rented to someone only to discover the tenant has damaged it. Even seemingly minor issues can be expensive to repair, and significant damage can prevent you from renting...
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Title issues that could threaten your home ownership
There are a lot of details to manage when it comes to buying a home. Some can be easy to overlook until something goes wrong. For example, if you are looking to purchase a home, the thought that the seller does not have the legal authority to transfer ownership to you...
Tips for creating a parenting plan that works for everyone
Even when you and your soon-to-be-ex divorce, you can still commit to parenting your child together. However, creating the right plan that allows you to do this can be difficult. Following are some tips to help you get started in the right direction. Stay out of court...
Landlords must often resolve excessive noise complaints
Landlord-tenant disputes can cover a broad range of situations. From damage to the unit to missed payments and everything in between, disputes and disagreements must be examined and handled before heated emotions escalate. One common issue centers on excessive noise...
Should you consider drafting a post-nuptial agreement?
Even though they typically fall under the legal umbrella of marriage contracts, people commonly refer to these types of agreements as prenuptial and post-nuptial contracts. Couples may choose to draft a prenuptial agreement before they marry in order to highlight...
What are digital assets, and can they be divided in divorce?
In the last two decades, we have all witnessed the growing importance of various online properties. Experts use the phrase “digital assets” to categorize property that might not have a corresponding physical component. Married couples may grow these assets together...
5 mistakes home buyers must avoid
Purchasing a home can be an exhilarating yet frightening experience. Whether it is the first home or fifth, buyers can quickly become overwhelmed by the process and lose sight of numerous critical details leading up to the closing. Even with the guidance of a realtor...
When can a landlord legally enter a property?
Based on numerous factors, the relationship between landlord and tenant can range from effortless to contentious. No matter how challenging the landlord-tenant relationship is, however, there are numerous legal rules in Ontario designed to protect a tenant’s privacy....
What does a claim of “unjust enrichment” mean?
In a divorce or separation, couples generally take great pains to divide any marital property or shared debt that was incurred during the time spent together. When a common-law relationship ends, however, the parties are given very little legal protection regarding...
What is the difference between normal wear and tear and damage?
Landlords in Ontario are expected to maintain rental units based on a strict standard of care. These standards are in place both while a tenant is under lease and between renters. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for a landlord to face significant or even excessive...