by Tim | Nov 24, 2016 | Elder, Estates, Property, Seniors, Uncategorized
A Power of Attorney is a legal document by which one person grants another the right to act on his/her behalf after the donor no longer has the capacity to make decisions. A Power of Attorney can be a useful estate planning tool, especially as we begin to age and...
by Tim | Aug 5, 2016 | Property, Real Estate, Tax
The Real Property Transfer Tax Act requires purchasers of property to pay a one-time tax upon purchase of a property in New Brunswick. On April 1, 2016, the real property transfer tax increased from 0.5 per cent to one percent of the assessed value of a property or...
by Tim | Mar 11, 2016 | Family Law, Uncategorized
1. Justice Alex Pazaratz, an Ontario judge known for his candid and creative writing style, recently blasted two parents involved in a bitter custody dispute over spending a combined $500,000 during the course of the custody litigation when the issues could have...
by Tim | Sep 23, 2015 | Not for Profit Corporation, Uncategorized
Introduction People serve as volunteer directors or officers for not-for profit organizations for different reasons. They come from varying backgrounds and bring different experiences to the table. However, many people do not understand their duties and corresponding...
by Tim | Apr 27, 2015 | Elder, Seniors, Uncategorized
Many senior clients have asked us questions about how the recent provincial budget will affect them. Before analyzing how the proposed changes may affect seniors, it’s important to understand the current system in New Brunswick. The amount a senior pays per...
