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Did you know that 49% of Residential Properties in the Greater Toronto Area have one or more hidden boundary issues? And these issues can often blow up into disputes or worse, legal action as a result of the sale or purchase of a particular property....

Boundary Trees in Ontario

We know you’re looking for all things related to boundary trees, good for you....

Survey Plans and House Buying

Should I check a survey plan before buying a house? Deciding whether to consult a survey plan before bidding on or buying a house is considered one of the most effective ways to avoid buyer’s remorse....

What is a Laneway House in Toronto?

A Laneway Suite is a new, self-contained residential unit located on the same lot as a detached house, semi-detached house or townhouse, and generally located in the rear yard next to a laneway....

I live in Toronto area. I have changed my old fence in front of my house. My neighbor asked me if I got permission or have plan of survey. I told him it is not his business. Is he right to ask me that?

Hi Dara; If you put up your fence on the property line or on your side of it you do not need permission to do so....

Title Insurance or Survey?

Hi; You're right, in Ontario lenders do require title insurance to be purchased....

Neighbour's post holes on my property

Do you have a survey of your property that shows your building as well as the property line? Use it to determine exactly where the property line is....

is an old survey plan ok to use?

Hi Bryan; Yes it is, providing that the footprint of the building (the location of it's foundation) has not changed....

Protect Your Boundaries, Teranet extended partnership

A new initiative launched by Protect Your Boundaries Inc....

Where is the Boundary on a Survey Plan?

Assuming you have a survey that you determine is decent to use, the first thing you're going to do is look and see / determine where the boundary is....

How has the lawyers job changed with the Introduction of Title Insurance?

Many of you I know practiced real estate before title insurance came in, right? And those of you who did will remember the amount of work that the lawyer used to do prior to closing, to assure good title....