Real Estate Law

Landlord Use Evictions & The Reverse Onus

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Joe Braun

Speculation & Vacancy Tax Act

Navigating the Speculation and Vacancy Tax Act in British Columbia is essential. The act targets vacant homes, affecting residents differently based on residency status and location. Understanding tax credits and exemptions is key.

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Rajan Basi

Land Ownership Exposed!

The Land Owner Transparency Act in British Columbia creates a public registry of beneficial interests in land, affecting corporations, trusts, and partnerships, with reporting requirements and consequences for non-compliance.

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Nav Parhar

Provincial Response to Real Estate Prices

Explore the B.C. Foreign Buyer Tax, its application to foreign entities, exemptions, and expanded coverage areas, aimed at curbing speculative real estate purchases.

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Rajan Basi

The Court Order Sale Process

The foreclosure sale process in Victoria, BC, now follows a two-step protocol, allowing multiple offers to be made and potentially outbidding the initial offer. This change clarifies the process and affects competitive bidding strategies.

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Nav Parhar

Joint vs. Tenants in Common

Infinity Law clarifies Joint Tenancy and Tenants in Common in Greater Victoria and Nanaimo's real estate. Joint Tenancy offers a right of survivorship, while Tenants in Common allows distinct ownership portions.

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Nav Parhar

Spousal Rights in BC

Infinity Law explores the "Armchair Rule" in will interpretation, referencing the Re: Theimer Estate 2012 BCSC 629 decision. This rule requires courts to understand a will's provisions from the testator's perspective and consider surrounding circumstances for accurate interpretation.

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Nav Parhar