| Buying, selling, or transferring
ownership of a home Call us for helpful advice before you sign on the dotted line.
Did you know being a "First Time Home Buyer" does not in itself,
enable a purchaser to claim an exemption from the Property Transfer
Tax? This tax, calculated on the purchase price as 1% up to
$200,000.00, 2% on the balance, can be a huge expense - don't let it
be unexpected - call to make sure you meet ALL the requirements for
the exemption.
Should you include a child or children on the title of your home? The
decision to put your child or children on title as an estate planning
measure should be an informed decision. Probate fees may end up being
the least of your worries.
Powers of Attorney
Powers of Attorney allow a person, referred to as a Donor, to
appoint another person (or persons) to act on their behalf for legal
or financial matters and can be as broad (no restrictions) or as
narrow (by defining restrictions) as you may wish. They are capable of
being in effect from the time of signing until revoked or the Donor
dies - the Power of Attorney dies with the Donor and then it is his or
her Last Will & Testament that comes into effect. |