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September 2024

Estate Planning FAQs: What Happens to My Will If I Don’t Update It After a Divorce?

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Divorce can bring significant changes to your life, and these changes often extend to your estate planning. In British Columbia, the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA) addresses how divorce affects your Will, but understanding these provisions is crucial to ensuring your estate is distributed according to your current wishes. Impact of Divorce on Your […]

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FAQs on Estate Planning: Do I Need to Register My Will in British Columbia?

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One common question about estate planning in British Columbia is whether it’s necessary to register your Will. The answer is no—registering your Will isn’t required for it to be valid. However, understanding the benefits of registering your Will can help you make a more informed decision. Is Registering a Will Legally Required? In British Columbia,

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Bank of Canada’s Third Rate Cut: Impact on BC Real Estate

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The Bank of Canada recently announced its third interest rate cut of 2024, reducing the overnight rate by 0.25%, bringing it to 4¼%. A fourth cut is expected later this year. For homebuyers in British Columbia, this change can offer more affordable borrowing opportunities, but it’s essential to consider additional factors beyond just interest rates

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Melissa has 8+ years of combined Commercial, Business and Contract Law experience as In-House Counsel in manufacturing, health, real estate development, and broadcast communication industries. She is instrumental in developing strategies to minimize legal risk and ensure regulatory compliance.

She has 6+ years of Human Resources Management experience and a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. Her practice includes Family Law, Civil Litigation, Wills & Estates and Real Estate & Conveyancing.

For fun, she visits ancient sites and ruins and belts out popular Broadway tunes.

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Northam Law is a boutique law firm offering advisory services in Real Estate Law and Conveyancing, Business Law, and Human Resources. Our practice areas also include Wills & Estates and Family Law. Notarization services are also available.

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