Real Estate Law

Condominium Culture Shock

Condominiums are marketed to the public as a “worry-free lifestyle” – no need to mow the lawn in the summer, no need to shovel snow in the winter, access to amenities, and a property manager to take care of everything...

By Merovitz Potechin on Thursday August 29, 2019

Drugs, Murder and Nudists

When purchasing a home, most buyers want the confidence that the home they are buying is in good shape and that the neighbourhood they are moving into lives up to their expectations. With the help of real estate agents, a...

By Merovitz Potechin on Wednesday August 28, 2019

Filing Returns with the Condominium Authority of Ontario

Condominium corporations in Ontario are required to file specific returns with the Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO). While this may seem like a simple practice, the consequences of not filing the proper returns on time can impact not only condominium...

By Merovitz Potechin on Thursday June 27, 2019

Criminal Asset Forfeiture: Can you lose your home if you paid for it using illegitimate money?

How does the law in Canada view the real estate of criminals? Once found guilty, can criminals lose their home or other assets if they are purchased using money from a crime? According to the Criminal Code of Canada, the...

By Michael Brown lawyer at Merovitz Potechin LLP on Monday June 3, 2019

Airbnb and Landlords in Ontario

With the growing popularity of Airbnb in Ontario, many landlords have made the decision that they would rather use their units as Airbnb rentals rather than trying to find long term tenants. Since traditional tenant agreements are no longer the...

By Merovitz Potechin on Wednesday May 22, 2019

After the Flood

As Ottawa grapples with the long-term impacts of climate change and extreme weather events, property owners living on or near a floodplain will need advice on what to do and where to turn to for support. This blog does not...

By Merovitz Potechin on Wednesday May 15, 2019