The Legal Quarterback
Buying real estate subject to title review
While most property buyers are familiar with the phrase “subject to financing,” many are often less familiar with the term “subject to title...
Is it too late for mum to have a power of attorney?
A power of attorney will appoint an “attorney” to act on behalf of an adult regarding their financial affairs. That could include banking, selling...
Should I incorporate my business?
Kelowna is a city bustling with entrepreneurship and business. As a corporate lawyer, I am regularly approached by clients wanting to learn information to...
How to protect your loved ones when you die
In my previous article, I discussed wills, which are the first document in a complete estate plan. Contrary to popular belief, a will does not provide any legal...
How to protect your loved ones when you die
Estate planning is a topic most people dread because they are forced to confront uncomfortable issues such as death, and its consequences. As a result, many...
The three important documents in any estate plan
Introducing a new legal bi-weekly column by Wes Forgione, a lawyer and partner at Montgomery Miles and Stone, a law firm in Kelowna. His column will focus on...