This One Change in the 2014 B.C. Budget Could Save you $7500
The government of British Columbia has introduced changes to the Property Transfer Tax in today’s Budget. From the 2014 Budget press release: Many British Columbians buying their first home will pay less Property Transfer Tax, as the Province is increasing the threshold for the first time homebuyers program to $475,000 from $425,000, an exemption that can save […]
Following through on your New Years Resolution to make a will
Was making a will one of your 2014 New Years’ Resolutions? By February, it’s easy to forget the promises you made to yourself early in the New Year. Or maybe it’s been on your resolution list for a few years now. You’re not alone —roughly half of British Columbians don’t have a will in place. […]
Why is having a Power of Attorney important?
From Chilliwack Progress – Ask An Expert section Many people, especially people with spouses, don’t really think they need a Power of Attorney. If one is unable to act on their own behalf, many assume that a spouse or family member can just step in and take care of legal and financial affairs such as […]
How can a Notary help with your real estate transaction?
Navigating real estate purchases and sales involving large sums of money can be an intimidating prospect. Your notary’s job is to take the guesswork and uncertainty out of the process. Notaries public can help with many non-contentious legal matters, including conveyancing––the purchase, sale and mortgage of property. What are the three main things your Notary […]
Property Assessments
The BC Assessment office is sending out 2014 property assessments to homeowners this month. In this video, Connie Fair, President and CEO of the BC Assessment Office explains how your assessment is calculated, and what it means. The most important item to note in the video is that the deadline for filing an appeal is […]
Simpson Notaries is now open for business in Abbotsford!
[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”2_3″ last=”no”]Serving the Fraser Valley for the past 46 years from our Chilliwack location and more recently from our office in Hope, we are very excited to serve our clients in Abbotsford with a new location. Our new address is: 310-2539 Montrose Ave, Abbotsford, BC phone: 604 855-7228 fax: 604 855-7206 info@simpsonnotaries.com […]
What happens if you don’t have a will?
The law regarding intestacy is set to change in British Columbia in early 2014 Early in 2014 the laws governing Wills and Estates in British Columbia will change substantially. The Wills, Estates and Succession Act takes effect March 31, 2014, replacing the Estate Administration Act. This new statute replaces most of the laws currently governing […]
Simpson Notaries and the 10th annual November Night Hospice Gala
For the month of October Simpson Notaries donates 5% of all fees related to Wills, Powers of Attorney and Conveyancing to the Chilliwack Hospice Gala Grand Prize Bedroom Makeover. Simpson Notaries encourages you to join the fun November 2nd for the 10th annual November Night Hospice Gala and Winter Wonderland. Tickets include a evening of […]
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