We are pleased to announce that Silver Law has been recognized again by Three Best Rated as one of the best Real Estate Law firms in North Vancouver for 2022! See the results here. Why we do what we do Since 2007, Silver Law has been providing our clients with personal and professional service in [...]
June 2022 We are glad to welcome a Summer Student this year at Silver Law, Anda Pop. Anda has completed her first year of law school at University of Moncton and is heading back at the end of August. Q: What made you want to pursue law? I’ve always been interested in law! In [...]
1. When do I need a will? If you are an adult who owns assets, has a spouse, or has children you should have a will. Though it is unpleasant to think about what should happen if you die, having a will safeguards you and ensures that your wishes are met regarding your money and [...]
What is Lender Title Insurance? If you are purchasing residential real estate, your Lender will require your lawyer or notary to order Lender Title Insurance for your new mortgage. Lender Title Insurance insures the Lender’s interest in the property that you are purchasing for as long as the insured mortgage remains on the property. It [...]
Posted July 9, 2021 On May 16, 2019, the Land Owner Transparency Act (LOTA) came into effect, and on November 30, 2020, the BC Government implemented the Land Owner Transparency Registry (LOTR). The purpose of LOTR is to “end hidden ownership”, thereby creating a larger pool of affordable housing. Implication for purchases on or after [...]
Updated July 1, 2021 Demand stays strong while supply is dwindling After peaking in March, the provincial housing market is starting to calm, according to the BC Real Estate Association. Residential listings are down 17 percent year-on-year in May and flattening out across housing types. In the Lower Mainland, listings are rising to meet supply, [...]
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Silver Law has remained open for your legal needs. Health and Safety first In our office, we are making safety around the virus a top priority. Here are some things we are doing daily to stop the spread of COVID-19 and make Silver Law a safe place to come for legal [...]
Top Three Law Firms Earlier this year, we were named one of the Three Best Real Estate Lawyers in North Vancouver by Threebestrated.com based on a 50-point inspection, and we're pretty happy about it. See the results here. Why we do what we do Since 2007, Silver Law has been providing our clients with personal [...]
What is a Representation Agreement (RA)? A Representation Agreement is an important part of your estate documents. It allows you to appoint someone (known as a representative) to act on your behalf with respect to medical decisions should you be alive but unable to do so. What does it include? The document can include stipulations [...]
Are you buying your first home? Good news! You may be exempt from paying Property Transfer Tax (PTT) on your purchase. The First Time Home Buyers' Program reduces or eliminates the amount of property transfer tax you pay when you purchase your first home. If you qualify for the program, you may be eligible for either a [...]
