What Does It Mean to Have a Document Notarized?
Notarizing a document can be confusing and intimidating for many individuals. Essentially, having a document notarized means that it has been verified by a public official, known as a notary public. This individual is an impartial witness to signing important documents, such …
What Makes a Will Valid?
Your will is an important document that outlines how you wish your estate to be distributed once you have passed away. To ensure that your specific instructions are followed and carried out, your will must first be declared valid. If your will …
Power of Attorney vs. Representation Agreements
If you are creating a will or completing other estate planning tasks, you have likely heard about power of attorney and representation agreements. While your will is created to outline what will happen after you pass away, these two documents are used …
Can Closing Dates Change?
Whether you are buying your first home or selling your current home, there are many different elements to keep track of to ensure that nothing is missed. While there are several important elements to track, the closing date is one of the …
What Happens if You Pass Away Without a Will?
Approximately 50% of all Canadians do not have a will. Without a will, there are no instructions for the distribution of your estate. This means that your wishes will be left up to interpretation or overlooked in favour of provincial law. If …
Choosing an Executor for Your Estate
When dealing with wills, estates, and the wishes of the deceased, the role of the executor is highly important. An executor is responsible for ensuring that your will is executed according to your wishes and may need to make decisions on your …
Why do You Need a Notary for Conveyancing?
If you are about to purchase a home, you will need to complete the conveyancing process to ensure that the title is properly transferred to you. As experts in real estate and conveyancing, the team at Sidhu & Associates knows that the …
What Should be Included in Real Estate Disclosure Statements?
If you are looking at purchasing a new home, it can be extremely difficult to determine the condition of every property you look at. Homes are often touched up and repaired before being listed on the market to increase their appeal and …
What are Beneficiary Designations?
Estate planning can be an emotionally charged, difficult, and complicated process, especially if you have a large family or a complex estate. Whether you are looking to create your first will or update your existing will, it is vital to understand what …
What Can an Executor do?
Estate distribution can be an emotionally charged and difficult time, especially if the deceased has a large family or complex estate. To ensure that their estate is distributed according to their wishes, the testator will name an executor in their will to …
