How Do I Add my Common Law Partner to the Title of my Nova Scotia home so they are an Owner too?

How Do I Add my Common Law Partner to the Title of my Nova Scotia home so they are an Owner too?

Jane Doe purchased the property a number of years ago and is currently the sole owner. Several years remain on the mortgage. Jane wants to make sure her common law partner would become equal owner of the house, and would get it outright with as few complications as possible, if Jane died. Learn how to make it happen!

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Cohabitation agreements for non-romantic relationships in Nova Scotia

Cohabitation agreements for non-romantic relationships in Nova Scotia

Sharing works best when everyone is on the same page …… or preferably a few pages. Cohabitation agreements are not just for couples.

 With the changing real estate market and housing shortage it is becoming more and more common for people who are not in romantic relationships, and various family members to be sharing ownership of homes.

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8 Tips to avoid common Nova Scotia “Do It Yourself” Will Kits mistakes

8 Tips to avoid common Nova Scotia “Do It Yourself” Will Kits mistakes

I can't count the number of times a friend or family of a deceased person came into our office with a “do it yourself” Will that couldn't be used because something was done wrong or missing. In theory, online “do it yourself” Will kits are supposed to save you money. Unfortunately, in many cases, issues with these Wills end up causing the person left trying to manage the estate significant time, stress, and money in legal fees to sort out the problem.

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How to find the best Nova Scotia mortgage broker for you.

How to find the best Nova Scotia mortgage broker for you.

It can be hard to decide who is best to help you find the right mortgage.  What makes one broker a better fit for you than another? While the search can seem overwhelming, it is worth taking the time to find the right broker for you. A few tips to help you make this choice:

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