Touchstone Law Group LLP

OCT

2014

Property Transfer Tax and the First Time Homebuyers’ Exemption

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One of the most common areas of questioning that we receive as real estate lawyers surrounds the topic of the First Time Homebuyers’ Exemption (“FTHB”) for Property Transfer Tax (“PTT”). In British Columbia, property transfers registered in the Land Title Office are generally...

SEP

2014

Carriage Houses, Subdivisions and Stratifications

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Tags : Real Estate

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Carriage houses are a trend in Kelowna right now. Many people are out there looking for great properties that can accommodate a carriage house for the purpose of providing rental income or, alternatively, a property with the potential of being subdivided or stratified so that...

SEP

2014

Building Schemes and Covenants

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Tags : Real Estate

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Whether purchasing property in Kelowna or elsewhere, reviewing title to the property you wish to buy is always important. It is common to see Statutory Rights of Way in favor of major utility providers or the municipality or City where the property is located, however you should...

SEP

2014

Well Water, Real Estate Deals and Water Potability Tests

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Tags : Real Estate

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If a buyer is considering purchasing a property which uses a well as it’s drinking water source, there are a number of careful considerations to keep in mind throughout the process. Health Canada sets very restrictive guidelines about the content of drinking water. Many lenders...

SEP

2014

The RPR / Survey Catch 22

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Tags : Real Estate

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With the improved transit between northern Alberta and the Okanagan, many Albertans are considering selling their real estate in Alberta and moving to the Okanagan for a warmer lifestyle. Why not take advantage of the northern Alberta economic boom and enjoy the Okanagan...

AUG

2014

How do you help prevent being deemed a Personal Services Business?

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Tags : Business Law

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In our last article, we spoke about what a “personal service business” (PSB) is. This time let’s look at how a corporation can help prevent being deemed a PSB. Some seem to view incorporation as “proof” of independent contractor status. While being incorporated...

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Property Transfer Tax and the First Time Homebuyers’ Exemption

Carriage Houses, Subdivisions and Stratifications

Building Schemes and Covenants

Well Water, Real Estate Deals and Water Potability Tests

The RPR / Survey Catch 22

How do you help prevent being deemed a Personal Services Business?

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