by James R.G. Cook | Mar 10, 2025 | Columnists, Legal Issues
Stock photo (Canva) QUICK HITS A buyer agreed to purchase a home, but before closing, the property was destroyed by fire, triggering an insurance clause in the APS. While the seller provided insurance details and extended the closing date, the buyer...
by James R.G. Cook | Feb 27, 2025 | Columnists, Legal Issues
QUICK HITS A buyer who failed to close on a Burlington property due to lack of funds attempted to rely on legal defences of force majeure and frustration, citing difficulties accessing inherited money from Afghanistan and a failed sale of another property. The...
by Peace Penzi | Jan 31, 2025 | Legal Issues
In real estate disputes, where the property often represents a person’s most significant financial investment, the stakes are undeniably high. When transactions fall through or contracts are breached, the financial and emotional toll can be significant. To make...