Chris Chu

Ontario’s fire protection and prevention laws are complex and oftentimes confusing. Business owners, landlords and even tenants should have some understanding of fire code compliance and their responsibilities under these laws to ensure their safety and the safety of others is met. Additionally, a firm knowledge of these legalities help mitigate against dangerous risks taking […]

You often hear people who own condo units complain about their monthly ‘fees’ being too high.  While it may be common knowledge that the vast majority of condominiums charge unit owners monthly common element fees, many property owners still don’t quite understand what they are being charged for and how these costs are apportioned.  Prospective

While price is obviously an important consideration when hiring a lawyer, it shouldn’t be the only aspect you value when entrusting a professional with your real estate matter.  Oftentimes, consumers are told that they ‘get what they pay for’. However, it’s less common to find any practical indicators on how to value a particular legal service provider.

Marriage is an important milestone for many people.  Apart from the glitz and excitement during wedding season, marriage symbolizes a lifelong commitment to share in the love of another person.  Unfortunately, this is a blog post is about real estate law… It should go without saying that, unsurprisingly, law lacks any understanding of romance.  Instead,

Canada’s residential real estate market is considered a booming investment hotbed.  Whether you are investing from overseas or putting in an offer locally, it’s important to keep some practical legal considerations in mind when purchasing pre-construction projects. Drive anywhere in the GTA and you are bound to witness a seemingly endless fleet of cranes, bulldozers

Over the past decade, Ontario’s real estate market has experienced sharp price increases partially as a result of increased foreign investment activity.  In response to concerns over housing affordability and market stability, the Ontario Government enacted the Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST). The NRST became effective as of April 21, 2017 and impacts an array of