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Know the strata laws before you buy: Many active aging boomers are downsizing to free-up funds for retirement or travel, or to make life simpler after their children leave home. If you’re considering a strata property, make sure you read and understand the strata minutes and bylaws; particularly on the topics of noise, pets, smoking and parking, which are the most frequent points of concern…

News Release Make-a-Will 2015

5 Reasons Under-50s Should Have a Will – Make a Will Week April 1-15

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February 18, 2014 BC Notaries are pleased that the Provincial government has recognized the high cost of home ownership in BC for first time buyers, and made it a little bit easier to enter the housing market. In the BC budget released today, Finance Minister Mike DeJong announced that more first-time home buyers will pay less property transfer tax. The government has increased the value of hom…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                DECEMBER 10, 2013 Vancouver, BC –The Society of Notaries Public of BC (BC Notaries) today responded to the Law Society of British Columbia’s unanimous approval in principle of recommendations intended to transform the regulation and delivery of legal services in BC. These recommendations include the Law Societ…

For Immediate Release: April 2, 2013 Vancouver, BC – John Eastwood, President of The Society of Notaries Public of BC, said today that The Society welcomes the new Government of BC legislation regarding the Wills, Estates and Succession Act. The Act will provide greater certainty for individuals who put their last wishes into writing and it will simplify the work of the executors of the estate….

April 16th is Advance Care Planning Day For Immediate Release                                                                                                                                      April 11, 2013 Vancouver, BC—With National Advance Care Planning Day approaching on Monday, April 16, Notaries Public across the province are encouraging British Columbians, especially baby boomers, to …

Strata Property Purchases Rising due to First-time Buyers and Empty Nesters For Immediate Release July 17, 2013 Vancouver, BC—The popularity of strata title properties is rising in BC as both first-time buyers and empty nesters embrace their relative financial accessibility and convenience.  Strata ownership is a great alternative to owning and maintaining a house, but the Society of Notaries…