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Legal Due Diligence You Need To Consider When Buying A Business

July 15, 2024

Before taking the leap into business ownership, prospective buyers must do their due diligence. The process of purchasing a business, whether through acquiring shares or assets, requires thorough examination and research to ensure the investment aligns with expectations. This critical investigation, known as due diligence, serves to verify the accuracy of information provided by the …

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Breaking Down Ontario’s Game-Changing Homeowner Protection Act

July 4, 2024

In June 2024, the Ontario government made a big move to shield homeowners from shady practices by putting the Homeowner Protection Act, 2024 in place — a new law designed to safeguard people buying homes or that own homes. This is especially important to protect vulnerable people, like seniors, who are often the target of …

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Want To Resell Your Franchise? Here’s What You Need To Know

June 27, 2024

Franchise resale is a common goal for many franchisees who invest with the expectation of eventually profiting from the sale of their business. Franchise agreements acknowledge this by allowing franchisees to transfer their business, with the franchisor’s prior written consent, to a third party. It’s crucial to work with a lawyer specializing in franchise law …

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Purchasing a Condo? This Is Why You Need A Lawyer

June 20, 2024

When you’re buying a condo, a real estate lawyer plays a crucial role in the purchase. While buying a condo shares similarities with buying a single-family home, such as signing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale, there are distinct legal intricacies specific to condominium ownership that require your real estate lawyer’s attention. Often, people wait …

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4 Things To Consider When Buying a Business

June 13, 2024

When buying a business—whether it’s a service-based business, a retail store, or a business that focuses on manufacturing—there are numerous factors to consider when structuring and negotiating the terms of the deal. This process can be overwhelming, especially for first-time buyers. Even seasoned business purchasers can sometimes overlook critical red flags in their eagerness to …

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Property Titles & Home Ownership

June 6, 2024

Did you know there are several types of property ownership in Canada? When you’re buying a new home, some terms can be confusing, especially when encountering unfamiliar ones related to property ownership or property titles. It’s essential to understand the different types of property ownership — such as freehold, leasehold, co-ownership, joint tenancy, tenancy in …

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