Property law questions answered

A title search reveals the historical legal ownership of a piece of real estate. It identifies outstanding mortgages, property tax liens, easement restrictions, or legal claims from previous owners.

Without conducting a rigorous title search, you risk acquiring a property with outstanding debts or legal encumbrances that you would then become responsible for resolving.

We first review the registered land survey and historical deeds. If the boundaries remain ambiguous, we coordinate with a certified land surveyor to establish precise physical lines.

Once documented, we draft a formal notice to the neighboring owner or engage in structured mediation to resolve the encroachment without resorting to expensive courtroom litigation.

An easement is a legal right to use another person's land for a specific, limited purpose (such as laying utility cables). A right-of-way is a specific type of easement that grants someone the right to travel across your property to access another parcel of land.

Both should be clearly documented and registered on the property title to prevent future conflicts during property transfers.

Yes, significantly. Commercial leases are not protected by consumer-focused residential tenancy boards. They are commercial contracts governed by provincial civil codes and the specific terms agreed upon in the lease document.

This makes drafting and negotiating precise commercial terms absolutely critical to protect your business operations and financial overhead.

A thorough title review and due diligence report typically takes between 3 to 7 business days, depending on the complexity of the property's historical records and the responsiveness of local registries.