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September 10, 2022
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Dangers To Look Out For In Commercial Leases

As a business owner trying to rent a property for commercial purposes, there are some things you must look out for before you sign that agreement with your landlord (usually the owner of the property). Commercial leases agreements are considered long-term contracts that, on average, can last for at least five to six years. The sad […]

September 5, 2022
Real Estate
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How to Disinherit Someone in Your Will

Simply put, to disinherit someone from your will means to remove the entity in question from your last choice. We are saying here, in essence, that, before you can disinherit someone in your will, the entity must have been on that list first and foremost. And maybe due to one or two factors, you have […]

Is A Handwritten Will Legally Valid?

Making a Will is one of the most important things a person can do before they die. It involves documenting everything they have acquired throughout their lifetime and making plans for their posthumous management. An important document like that would probably look all fancy, typed up, and created by a professional attorney, right? You might […]

July 10, 2022
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What are the Common Types of Alternative Dispute Resolution?

Disputes are a part of life. Whether it is a disagreement with a friend, family member, or business partner, we will all have to deal with them at some point. When disputes arise, you must know your options for resolving them. Alternative dispute resolution (ADRs) resolve disputes outside the court system. ADRs can be helpful […]

December 16, 2021
Legal Advice, Real Estate, Uncategorized
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How to Choose the Right Real Estate Lawyer

Purchasing real estate is often one of the most important financial decisions that many people make in their lives. With such high stakes, its important for those who are buying a property to have a real estate lawyer they can trust to help them navigate the often-muddy waters of real estate transactions. At Saanichton Law […]

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The Difference Between a Power of Attorney and an Executor

At Saanichton Law Group we know that understanding legalese can be a challenge at the best of times. That’s why we take pride in providing our clients with legal services and advice that they can understand without needing a background in law. In this blog, we’ll clarify the difference between a power of attorney (POA) […]

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November 23, 2021
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Changes to B.C. Real Estate Law That You Should Know

It’s no secret that the real estate market is hotter than ever here on Vancouver Island and across much of British Columbia. Over the past five years, the average price of a single family home on Vancouver Island has increased from $577,000 in October 2020 to $757,300 in October 2021, according to the Vancouver Island […]

What is a Living Will?

Making a will is an important part of planning for your family’s future. If a person dies without a will in place, their property will be divided according to provincial law, and the costs to administer their estate will increase. Those who do not write a will also give up the right to appoint the […]

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August 10, 2021
Employment Law, Legal Advice, Uncategorized
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Starting Your Own Small Business in B.C.

According to the provincial government a remarkable 98 per cent of all businesses in B.C are small businesses. These small businesses contain more than half of the private sector jobs in the province, providing employment for over a million B.C. residents. With a diverse economy, highly-educated workforce and developed infrastructure, B.C. is an excellent place […]

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July 15, 2021
Employment Law
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Vaccinations – What They Mean for the Workplace

The following article is a simplified interpretation of various aspects of employment law in British Columbia related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic as well as associated effects on the safety of workplaces in the province. We advise readers to visit WorkSafeBC to gain a full understanding of how to best address safety concerns involving COVID-19 […]

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