How to sell a co-owned or jointly owned property in Alberta
Under Law of Property Act, provincial courts can physically divide land or property if the co-owners cannot agree. Consequently, before you sell co-owned property in the province, it is in the interest of both parties to agree. If you intend to sell a co-owned home or property traditionally in Alberta, below is what you need […]
Dower Rights in Alberta
Under the dower act, neither spouse may sell or mortgage their home without the other spouse’s consent. Today, the dower act applies to both spouses equally, meaning a widower is also entitled to his deceased wife’s property. Note: The dower act only applies to married persons, and Quebec and Newfoundland have succession and matrimonial property […]