What’s so hard about buying a franchise?
It sounds like a great deal. Buy a franchise: work for yourself but enjoy the stability of an established brand and the support from a mature corporate structure. Best of both worlds, right? […]
May 2018
What to Look For in a Home Inspection
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or you’re looking to upgrade, a home inspection is a crucial part of doing your due diligence in a real estate purchase. Buying a home is the most expensive thing that many people will commit to, and having the assurance that you’re investing in something without having to worry about [...]
Negotiating better commercial leases for startups
So you’re finally ready to move into to a dedicated real-world location for your growing startup. Nice! But missing that one crucial detail that changes everything is not something you want to find out after you sign a lease. With money on the line, not to mention the investment in location, it pays to ensure [...]
Legal Obligations of Registering a Business in Alberta
Congratulations! You’re going for it. Soon you will be your own boss. Once you have researched and perfected your business plan, you are ready to make your new business official. The first step is to register or incorporate your business. We have listed the complete process from start to finish for your convenience. So, let’s [...]
How do Canada’s New Mortgage Rules Impact Homebuyers?
By now, you’ve probably heard about the changes to Canada’s mortgage rules that came into effect on January 1, 2018. Due to the new qualification requirements these changes bring, they will have a significant impact on some people’s ability to afford and buy a home. Because many of Juriscorp’s clients are homebuyers looking for legal [...]
Buying a condo in Edmonton? Here’s what you need to know first.
Buying a condo is a lot different than buying a house. Because you are buying part of a shared property, there are more rules and regulations that apply to condo owners than traditional homeowners. For this reason, even those who have experience in home buying may not fully understand the various legalities involved in purchasing [...]
What You Need to Know About Rent to Own Agreements
A Rent to Own agreement is a lease combined with the exclusive option to purchase the property after a certain amount of time. These agreements allow the renter/buyer to save up for a larger down payment over time and/or clean up past credit problems before purchasing. […]
Six Things to Consider when Signing a Commercial Lease
Often small business owners or those looking to start a small business will lease commercial property on which to run their business. Commercial property leases are legally binding contracts between tenants and landlords that allow the tenant to use the property to run a business for a set time period. […]
The Legalities of Buying a Franchise
Like any business venture or major purchase, buying a franchise can be a bit confusing with the technical and legal jargon thrown around. If you have never bought into one before, you may not know about the legal obligations it entails. We are here to tell you what you need to know and what you [...]
Want to Buy a Franchise? Here are 6 Things You Should Consider
With the increasing use of technology in industries, midlevel employees are slowly being replaced with computers. With this reality, many middle-aged people are looking for a second chance at their careers, a “do over” if you will. What’s attracting several of these individuals is the prospect of owning a well-known franchise. […]