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What is an Executor and How Do I Appoint One?

Developing your will can be complicated. Depending on the complexity of your estate, you may spend a lot of time and effort creating a plan for administering your estate according to your wishes and in the best interest of your loved ones. But who will make sure your wishes are followed through after you pass…

Buying a Condo? What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself

Condominium living provides many amazing benefits: affordability, less maintenance, security, and sometimes even amenities right under your own roof.  However, there are aspects of condominium living that you must consider before you dive into residential real estate ownership and more particularly, condo life. For example, shared ownership, governing bylaws, and annual reports. What does this…

The Consequences of Swearing a False Dower Affidavit

Earlier this year, the courts considered the ramifications of a married person swearing a false affidavit as to their marital status in relation to the transfer of real estate. Joncas v Joncas (2017 ABCA 50) once again sets out the law with respect to dishonest dispositions of property under section 11(1) of the Dower Act.…

Land Titles Fee Increases Cancelled!

Alberta’s new Provincial Government has officially announced that it will cancel the plans of the previous government to increase Land Titles fees. We have had many clients calling our office worried about the proposed fee increases and the impact that these fees would have on the cost of real estate transactions.  The fees were set…

Does Your Corporation Have A Minute Book?

All corporations, large or small, should maintain a complete and up-to-date corporate minute book.  A corporate minute book contains all of the important records of the corporation relating to directors, shareholders, officers and major corporate decisions.  Some of the important corporate documents contained in a corporate minute book include the articles of incorporation, by-laws, share…

Buying a New RENTAL Property? You May Qualify for a GST Rebate!

If you are purchasing a newly constructed or substantially renovated residential property for rental purposes, the purchase price will be subject to goods and services tax (“GST”).  However, you may qualify for a rebate of a portion of the GST payable through the Canada Revenue Agency’s (“CRA”) “GST/HST New Residential Rental Property Rebate.” The GST/HST…

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Condo Insurance: Do I Need My Own Insurance Policy if I Own a Condo Unit?

Real Estate

you need your own insurance policy to cover improvements that you make on the condo once you own it […]

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October 2, 2025
Khalil Haji

What are Dower Rights in the Context of Selling a Home?

Real Estate

You must typically deal with dower rights in the context of selling a home when there is a married couple with only one of their names on the title. The Dower Act protects a spouse who is not on the title of their home from having their home sold without their consent—the titled spouse must […]

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October 2, 2025
Khalil Haji

What Is a Real Property Report in Alberta & Who Needs One?

Real Estate

Another crucial detail in Alberta real estate is a real property report (RPR), an important document ensuring municipal compliance, and most Alberta real estate transactions require it. […]

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October 2, 2025
Khalil Haji
Close-up of a man sitting at a desk and holding a calculator while talking to a client who is pointing out on a miniature condominium building

you need your own insurance policy to cover improvements that you make on the condo once you own it […]

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A man and a woman sitting on a couch, smiling and talking to each other.

You must typically deal with dower rights in the context of selling a home when there is a married couple with only one of their names on the title. The Dower Act protects a spouse who is not on the title of their home from having their home sold without their consent—the titled spouse must […]

Read More… from What are Dower Rights in the Context of Selling a Home?

A lawyer pointing to documents while discussing with a client

Another crucial detail in Alberta real estate is a real property report (RPR), an important document ensuring municipal compliance, and most Alberta real estate transactions require it. […]

Read More… from What Is a Real Property Report in Alberta & Who Needs One?

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