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If you’re dreaming of buying a home, the best thing to do to connect with a local real estate professional to understand what goes into...
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Scotia Law
- Jul 15, 2021
- 2 min
You’ve been named Executor, now what?
If you’ve been assigned as Executor of a loved one’s estate, understanding your role can be overwhelming. For most Executors, who may...
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Scotia Law
- May 25, 2021
- 2 min
Important Information for anyone moving to Nova Scotia from out of Province
COVID-19 Update: May 21, 2021 Premier Iain Rankin and Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health, announced...
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Scotia Law
- Apr 16, 2021
- 2 min
What It Means to be in a Sellers’ Market
If you’ve given even a casual thought to selling your house in the near future, this is the time to really think seriously about making a...
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Scotia Law
- Mar 2, 2021
- 2 min
Where Have All the Houses Gone?
In today’s housing market, it seems harder than ever to find a home to buy. Before the health crisis hit us a year ago, there was already...
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Scotia Law
- Dec 1, 2020
- 3 min
Legal Advice for First-Time Home Sellers
As you may or may not know, the real estate market in this area is hot right now. If you're considering selling your home, you're not...
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Scotia Law
- Sep 23, 2020
- 3 min
How to Prepare for An Estate Sale
If you’ve been designated as an executor of a loved one’s estate, there are a lot of moving parts to coordinate. Often one of the...
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Scotia Law
- Aug 10, 2020
- 2 min
5 ways to research a new neighbourhood before buying a home
You’ve found the perfect home but aren’t familiar with the neighbourhood. How do you ensure that the surrounding area(s) will be a good...
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Scotia Law
- Jul 29, 2020
- 3 min
10 important things to consider before creating your Estate Plan
Estate planning can be an overwhelming and seemingly daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. Knowing what to expect and what you can...
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Scotia Law
- Jul 13, 2020
- 3 min
The Ultimate New Home Move-In Checklist
You've bought a new home, congratulations! Now What? Buying a new home is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming experience. Once the...
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Scotia Law
- Jun 29, 2020
- 2 min
What are disbursement costs and why do they matter?
Buying or selling a home is often one of the biggest transactions during our lifetime. Understanding all of the elements involved is...
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Scotia Law
- Jun 16, 2020
- 2 min
What does the Coastal Protection Act mean for land owners?
What does the Coastal Protection Act mean for landowners? Last March, the Coastal Protection Act was introduced into the Nova Scotia...
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Scotia Law
- May 25, 2020
- 3 min
Three things you should know about signing your Will during Covid-19
Between social distancing and health regulations, many essential service providers have pivoted their business operations to keep people...
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Scotia Law
- May 13, 2020
- 2 min
The tricky thing about property taxes for a home buyer
Property taxes are one of those sneaky closing costs that most people don't plan for and even fewer actually understand. It's no wonder rea
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Scotia Law
- Apr 21, 2020
- 3 min
What to expect when buying or selling a home during Covid-19 in Nova Scotia
There is no doubt, we are living in strange times. Many businesses have closed their doors or have pivoted to change the way in which...
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Scotia Law
- Mar 11, 2020
- 2 min
What to Expect at Closing for Sellers
You have accepted an offer on your home, congratulations! Now what?
Today on the blog, we’re chatting about what to expect at closing…for Se
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Scotia Law
- Feb 26, 2020
- 2 min
Estate Planning for Parents
Becoming a parent is a life-changing experience. All of the sudden, you have someone other than yourself to consider which can be an...
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Scotia Law
- Feb 6, 2020
- 2 min
How to negotiate a relocation package
Moving is a major transition in your life regardless of the circumstances. However, moving from one province or country to another can...
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