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Depending on how the Representation Agreement is prepared, a designated Representative’s authority can include: routine finances decisions regarding healthcare, personal care, and limited legal affairs refusal or consent to life support treatment and care consent to less common medical procedures/treatment consent to treatment the Adult approved while capable but since losing capacity…

“Creating a Will takes less time than most people think and can usually be completed in one or two short meetings,” says Daniel Boisvert, a Notary in Delta. “Most people are surprised at how easy it is to create a Will once they set their mind to it, and find the process leads to important discussions and decisions.”“For many clients, creating a Will brings families closer and creates more cert…

Make a New Year’s Resolution to Create a Will in 2015 Almost Half of BC Adults Do Not Have a WillAccording to BC Notaries’ PollDecember 18, 2014Vancouver, BC – Only 55% of British Columbians have a current and legal Will, according to a province-wide poll conducted by Mustel Group for The Society of Notaries Public of BC.“The end of the year, after visiting with family and friends dur…

Myth:  If the seller has deferred paying property taxes, it won’t affect selling their home.“While the purchaser would not be on the hook for these outstanding taxes, the property title cannot transfer to new owners until it’s paid,” says Laurie Salvador, a Notary Public in Sidney. “This is the responsibility of the seller and is taken care of by the seller’s Notary as part of the closing p…

Myth:  Most investment rental properties in Vancouver are owned by off-shore buyers.“I have seen an increase in local residents purchasing condos downtown as an investment,” says Akash Sablok, President, The Society of Notaries Public of BC, and a Notary Public in East Vancouver. “Due to lower interest rates and a strong rental market, investment properties are seen as a good investment, cr…

Advice for Buyers and Sellers on Cusp of Busy Spring Market February 23, 2015Vancouver, BC – BC Notaries are already seeing signs of a strong Spring real estate market on the horizon. With record low interest rates continuing for the foreseeable future, first-time home buyers and investors are increasingly attracted to the market. Vacancy rates for rentals are very low and rents continue to i…

If there is no Will in place, or the Will is not properly prepared, an estate may not be distributed as the signatory intended. Also, as reported in the media recently, if your healthcare wishes are not recorded in legally valid and current documents, critical decisions could be made through the courts rather than by your trusted designate.“Careful planning with a legal professional can elimina…

Province Declares “Make a Will Week” to Remind BC Adults toLegally Document their Last Wishes Heightened Interest in End-of-Life DecisionsTriggered by Recent Court CasesFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 30, 2015Vancouver, BC – BC Notaries support the Province of B.C.’s proclamation declaring April 6 to 12, 2015 “Make a Will Week” to encourage residents who don’t have a Will to create one to e…

Peace of mind  Life is stressful enough. Creating a Will gives you and your family peace of mind that those your assets will go to those you love, and your wishes will be followed. For most people creating a Will takes only one or two or three short visits with your Notary, and gives you confidence in your and your family’s future.The Society of Notaries Public of BC represents more than…