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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 […]

August 5, 2022
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Top 7 Myths and Mistakes in Estate Planning

Estate planning refers to the process of preparing and arranging (while a person is alive) for the disposal or management of the person’s estate in the event that they die or become incapacitated. Simply put, it means planning in advance and choosing the people or associations you want to benefit from your estate after your […]

August 3, 2022
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Probate: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Probate is the legal process of settling an estate. This typically happens when someone dies and leaves a property, money, or other assets behind. The probate process can be complex, but its basic purpose is to ensure that the deceased person’s assets are distributed according to their wishes. To do this, the court appoints a […]

December 16, 2021
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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 […]

The Importance of Keeping a Will at any Age

Canadians must be over the age of majority in each province to write a legal will. In British Columbia, you must be a resident of the province and aged at least 16 years to write a will. What’s more, the will-maker must be of sound mind and freely agree with what the document states upon […]

Differences Between a Lawyer and a Notary

This article is a simplified explanation of the various differences between lawyers and notaries in the province of British Columbia. It is not intended as legal advice. For those who are unfamiliar with the legal system, the differences between a lawyer and notary aren’t always readily apparent. However, it’s important to understand the different services […]

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October 22, 2021
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Selling Your Home Without a Realtor

With the housing market seemingly hotter than ever in our corner of Vancouver Island, some homeowners are considering selling their homes without the services of a realtor. This can sometimes be a great way to save money if you’re prepared to put in the work. It’s important to remember that whether or not you use […]

Construction Adjudication: An Alternative Means of Resolving Payment Disputes

For many years, contractors facing long delays in receiving payment for work has been a significant problem in the construction industry across Canada. Currently in some provinces, the “pay when paid” clauses in contracts allow contractors to withhold payment to subcontractors until the contractor has received payment from the owner. Consequently, the Canadian construction industry […]

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