GST Rebates in Alberta on New Homes
There has been a lot of discussion around recent legislative changes to the GST treatment of new housing, which have materially altered... Read More
Canadian Non-Residency Withholding Requirements
When a seller is a non-resident of Canada for tax purposes, one issue immediately comes into play that can significantly impact closing:... Read More
Alberta Title Insurance
Property Fraud and Title Insurance: How Calgary Homeowners Can Protect Themselves Property fraud is a growing concern for homeowners in Alberta and... Read More
In Loving Memory – Stacey Amber Thomas
The West Legal Family has lost a beautiful soul. Stacey Amber Thomas passed away peacefully on December 24th after a brief but... Read More
Forced Sale of Jointly Owned Property: Partition and Sale in Alberta
In Alberta, you can force the sale of jointly owned property. Section 15 of the Law of Property Act allows a co-owner... Read More
Stigmatized Property in Alberta: Buying or Selling a Home with a History
After reading the title of this blog post, you might be wondering what on earth a “stigmatized property” is. A stigmatized property... Read More
Alberta Property Disputes
What is a Property Dispute? Property disputes are usually characterized by any legal dispute involving “real property.” Real property refers to buildings... Read More
Residential Tenancy Disputes in Alberta
How Are Residential Tenancy Disputes Dealt With in Alberta? In Alberta, landlord/tenant disputes used to be litigated through the courts, usually at... Read More
Can I have more than one domicile?
While Foote Estate (Re) is no longer a recent decision, its implications on Alberta estate law are worth commenting on. At issue... Read More
Why it’s Crucial to Pay Your Property Taxes On-Time
When you purchase a home, your real estate lawyer will likely emphasize the importance of paying your property taxes regularly and on-time.... Read More
