Arora Zbar LLP

Arora Zbar LLP Arora Zbar LLP provides legal services to the business world, with a specific focus on the real estate industry. We advise clients in the following areas:

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Arora Zbar LLP - Real Estate & Business Lawyers
Lawyer & Law Firm
🤝 We'll close your real estate deals (and more)
💼 We'll solve your problems (civil litigation)
🗣️English | Punjabi | Farsi
📍 Kitsilano & Surrey We advise clients on transactions, such as the acquisition and disposition of real estate or corporations, and dispute resolution, including builder’s liens and corporate disputes. We have o

ffices in Vancouver and Surrey, and are also equipped to serve global clients remotely. Business Disputes Resolution
2. Business Law
3. Construction Disputes Resolution
4. Real Estate Law
5. Professional Regulatory Compliance
6. Contract Negotiation and Drafting

We provide high quality service with a start-up mentality, which means finding new or better ways of doing things. At Arora Zbar LLP, the start-up mentality means two things: agile development of new systems; and innovating solutions for pain points. While the legal industry sometimes resists efficient tools because of the reduced billed hours, we’re committed to adopting, or even creating these tools. Arora Zbar LLP applies agile development methodology, meaning we have the confidence in our ability to adapt new technology to improve efficiency. For example, we manage the firm using Asana, a project management tool designed for software development, which we customized for the practice of law. The customization is ongoing, but Asana already facilitates team collaboration, greatly reducing our need for emails and phone calls among team members. We find and fix pain points. For instance, we noticed that clients, real estate agents, and mortgage brokers lacked easy access to the closing costs associated with a home purchase. So we designed and built www.pricemyconveyance.com, a residential real estate closing cost calculator to provide clients and real estate professionals a better understanding of the total cost of a new home. Arora Zbar LLP is always learning to create better ways of providing quality and efficient legal services to our clients.

At Arora Zbar LLP, we strive to be the best in what we do and we are proud to announce that Raminder Arora, associate co...
08/29/2024

At Arora Zbar LLP, we strive to be the best in what we do and we are proud to announce that Raminder Arora, associate counsel at the firm, has just been named in Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch" in Canada for his excellence in construction law ✨

Raminder's dedication and commitment has made a significant impact within the firm, and for his clients. While the accolade is in Raminder's name, excellence in legal practice is a team effort.

Join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor! 🎉

Make sure to make yourself informed when dealing with non-resident sellers 😊 Let us know if there's anything we can help...
08/26/2024

Make sure to make yourself informed when dealing with non-resident sellers 😊 Let us know if there's anything we can help! 🤝

Arora Zbar offers business and real estate legal services, from real estate transactions to lawsuits and dispute resolution. Just contact us and we will be happy to help!

Strata purchases in BC hinge on two critical forms: the Form B (Information Certificate) and the Form F (Certificate of ...
08/21/2024

Strata purchases in BC hinge on two critical forms: the Form B (Information Certificate) and the Form F (Certificate of Payment).

Here are some best practices for navigating them to ensure a smooth real estate transaction ✔🏡

No PR(ot)EC(tion): the Recent Case of Roome v Kaiser, 2024 BCSC 940In 2019, two BC realtors, Ms. Roome and Mr. Kaiser de...
08/19/2024

No PR(ot)EC(tion): the Recent Case of Roome v Kaiser, 2024 BCSC 940

In 2019, two BC realtors, Ms. Roome and Mr. Kaiser decided to start a real estate team together. Mr. Kaiser operated through a PREC. The relationship went sideways, Ms. Roome sued Mr. Kaiser and his PREC. The BC Supreme Court rendered judgement in May 2024 in Ms. Roome’s favour.

Mr. Kaiser argued the court-ordered damages were payable by his PREC, not himself personally. The Court disagreed, finding Mr. Kaiser signed the contract in his personal name, with no reference to his PREC, noting:

[160] Section 27(1)(c) of the Business Corporations Act, S.B.C. 2002, c. 57… provides that a company must display its name on all its contracts. The purpose of that requirement is to alert those with whom it is doing business of its status and, in particular, its limited liability.

[164] There is no reference to Cal Kaiser Personal Real Estate Corporation at all. Nor is there any evidence that Mr. Kaiser advised Ms. Roome that he was contracting with her on behalf of his PREC, that Ms. Roome was aware that he purported to do so, or even that the parties discussed the PREC’s involvement at all.

[165] Based on the above, I am satisfied that Mr. Kaiser is the proper person to be named in the action. He is personally liable for the damages that the Registrar determines are owed to Ms. Roome.

Had Mr. Kaiser added “PREC” after his name in the contract and signature line, his PREC, not himself personally, would be liable. After this judgement, missing these 4 letters probably conjured up all sorts of other 4 letter words in his mind.

If you own land in BC through a company, trust, or partnership, there’s a good chance you need to file a Land Owner Tran...
08/13/2024

If you own land in BC through a company, trust, or partnership, there’s a good chance you need to file a Land Owner Transparency Report. Find out why in this post! 👇

Discover what our clients are saying about us! 😊 For all your legal needs, we're here for you around the clock. Just mes...
08/09/2024

Discover what our clients are saying about us! 😊 For all your legal needs, we're here for you around the clock. Just message us 📩

Many realtors operate through a Professional Real Estate Corporation (PREC), and other entrepreneurs operate through the...
08/07/2024

Many realtors operate through a Professional Real Estate Corporation (PREC), and other entrepreneurs operate through their own corporations, and here's why! 👇🏡

Check out why you should consider starting a PREC/Corporation ➡

If you're a junior litigator in BC looking for a firm with:✔ Mentorship from senior litigators about substantive legal p...
08/02/2024

If you're a junior litigator in BC looking for a firm with:
✔ Mentorship from senior litigators about substantive legal practice
✔ Training and support for building your own book of business
✔ Top tier tech that you actually want to use
✔ Excellent people in every role, who want to see you succeed

Arora Zbar LLP is hiring.

Apply on Indeed today, link on our bio!

Don't let a simple signature mistake cost you!When signing on behalf of your PREC, make sure to follow the law, for your...
07/30/2024

Don't let a simple signature mistake cost you!

When signing on behalf of your PREC, make sure to follow the law, for your own protection. Check out these slides to learn how to properly sign a contract on behalf of your PREC (or any corporation)

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At Arora Zbar, we serve all sorts of clients, including offering legal advice in four languages: Farsi, Punjabi, Hindi, ...
07/29/2024

At Arora Zbar, we serve all sorts of clients, including offering legal advice in four languages: Farsi, Punjabi, Hindi, and English.

✔ Our experienced team is ready to assist you with:
✔ Real estate transactions
✔ Civil litigation
✔ Mergers and acquisitions
✔ Company startups
✔ Franchise agreements

Feel free to reach out to us in the language you’re most comfortable with!

#وکیل #वकील #ਵਕੀਲ

07/24/2024

Looking for a lawyer? Welcome to Arora Zbar LLP! ⚖️

With two litigators and a solicitor, we can handle your business and real estate matters from real estate transactions to lawsuits and dispute resolution. 👨🏽‍⚖️

Check out our practice areas above or head over to our website for more info — link in our bio 🔗

Mortgage brokers - save yourself and your clients a hassle by making sure they are ready before meeting with a Real Esta...
07/22/2024

Mortgage brokers - save yourself and your clients a hassle by making sure they are ready before meeting with a Real Estate Lawyer - review these 3 things! 👌

Feel free to message us if your client is looking or finally ready to meet a lawyer 😊

Closing your transaction is all well and good until the buyer encounters rush fees. These are especially common when buy...
07/12/2024

Closing your transaction is all well and good until the buyer encounters rush fees. These are especially common when buying into a strata - we can't close without the Form B from the strata!

If you have any urgent questions or concerns, or need immediate assistance for your real estate transaction, feel free to message us anytime! 😊

Get a free breakdown of potential government fees and taxes with our smart app, Pricemyconveyance.com 🏡Dealing with thes...
07/11/2024

Get a free breakdown of potential government fees and taxes with our smart app, Pricemyconveyance.com 🏡

Dealing with these costs when buying or selling a home can be a hassle. So, let us handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your new place 😊 Message us, and we'll take care of the rest!

When buying, selling, or refinancing, be sure to account for the disbursements. To help you better understand and antici...
07/10/2024

When buying, selling, or refinancing, be sure to account for the disbursements. To help you better understand and anticipate these costs, we recommend using our smart pricing app, Pricemyconveyance.com. Don't worry, it's FREE!

Ensure your interests are protected with a real estate lawyer's due diligence and review. Here at Arora Zbar LLP, we do ...
07/09/2024

Ensure your interests are protected with a real estate lawyer's due diligence and review. Here at Arora Zbar LLP, we do our best to ensure your transaction closes smoothly, in accordance with the contract.

Wondering about the cost of legal fees? 🤔 Don't worry! Use our smart app, Pricemyconveyance.com to estimate all the closing costs for your real estate transaction.

Buying, selling, or refinancing a property involves closing costs, which can sometimes be stressful. Know what to expect...
07/08/2024

Buying, selling, or refinancing a property involves closing costs, which can sometimes be stressful. Know what to expect beyond the purchase price — get the full picture with our smart pricing app, Pricemyconveyance.com.

If you have any questions or concerns, or need reliable lawyers for your real estate transaction, feel free to message us anytime! 😊

Discover what our clients are saying about us! 😊 For all your legal needs, we're here for you around the clock. Just mes...
07/05/2024

Discover what our clients are saying about us! 😊 For all your legal needs, we're here for you around the clock. Just message us 📩

Wondering how much your real estate conveyance will cost? Follow these simple steps on pricemyconveyance.com to get a fr...
07/04/2024

Wondering how much your real estate conveyance will cost? Follow these simple steps on pricemyconveyance.com to get a free, detailed quote in just a few clicks! 🏡✨

And if you have specific questions or concerns about your real estate transactions, feel free to reach out to us! 😊

At Arora Zbar LLP, we’ve streamlined our conveyancing process to ensure it’s as straightforward as possible for our clie...
07/01/2024

At Arora Zbar LLP, we’ve streamlined our conveyancing process to ensure it’s as straightforward as possible for our clients. We conduct due diligence and prepare all necessary documentation for the government, banks, and other involved parties.

We’ve developed a smart pricing app, PriceMyConveyance, to provide you with a clear and transparent estimate of the costs involved 💯

Check the link on our bio to get the FREE custom quote for your conveyance! ✨

Protect your clients and your practice by giving the right advice about what 'family' means in real estate. Check this p...
06/28/2024

Protect your clients and your practice by giving the right advice about what 'family' means in real estate. Check this post to learn about the different meanings of 'family' in real estate, and a full breakdown in our newsletter 👇

Did you know? 💡If the Buyer simply doesn’t have the cash on closing day, Section 13 of the standard form real estate Con...
06/26/2024

Did you know? 💡

If the Buyer simply doesn’t have the cash on closing day, Section 13 of the standard form real estate Contract of Purchase and Sale will not help them. If the Buyer is selling their home and relying on that money for their purchase, Section 13 will not help if the sale collapses making them unable to purchase.

BUT...

If the Buyer’s new mortgage hasn’t funded on closing day, the Buyer’s lawyer can still close the deal, and “wait to pay” under certain conditions as set out in 13(a)-(c).

Swipe next to know more ➡

"Always ensure all deposit money is paid into a trust account in accordance with the Real Estate Services Act"In Singh v...
06/25/2024

"Always ensure all deposit money is paid into a trust account in accordance with the Real Estate Services Act"

In Singh v Singh, 2024 BCSC 425, our Plaintiff client paid a $100,000 deposit to the Defendant pursuant to an assignment agreement for a townhouse being built in in Surrey, BC. The Defendant acquired his rights to purchase the property pursuant to an earlier assignment from the original purchasers in March 2021.

In 2023, a mortgage holder over the development project was granted conduct of sale after commencing foreclosure. The property was sold to a third-party purchaser around March 2023. Thus, the Defendant had no way of holding up his end of the contract and therefore the Plaintiff’s deposit was found to be returnable.

The BC Supreme Court, In deciding in favour of our client, emphasized that the deposit was paid by the Plaintiff directly to the Defendant, and the terms of the assignment agreement required the Defendant to return the deposit if completion did not occur by a specific date. Notably, even though the original purchasers were not able to recover their deposit against the developer, our client was successful against the Defendant assignor.

This case is a great reminder for realtors – always ensure all deposit money is paid into a trust account in accordance with the Real Estate Services Act.

Read the full article on our website or subscribe to our newsletter for more like this 😊 Check the link on our bio 🔗

If you have a question about how to handle a deposit, reach out to us and ask 📥

Did you know? 🤔Certain documents require traditional signatures to be legally binding. Stay informed and make sure you'r...
06/21/2024

Did you know? 🤔

Certain documents require traditional signatures to be legally binding. Stay informed and make sure you're aware of when NOT to use them, as per the BC Electronic Transactions Act

🔥Unfortunately, fire season has begun, which means real estate closing days could be at risk. 🔥 Protect your deals from ...
06/20/2024

🔥Unfortunately, fire season has begun, which means real estate closing days could be at risk. 🔥

Protect your deals from wildfire! Here’s what you need to know and essential tips to manage the potential effects of wildfires on your closing days. Keep your clients protected and prepared this summer. 🏠📑

The deadline to file your Land Owner Transparency Report is November 30—that's only 33 days away! 📆 What is an "interest...
10/28/2021

The deadline to file your Land Owner Transparency Report is November 30—that's only 33 days away! 📆

What is an "interest holder in a LOTR?

The purpose of a LOTR is to identify individuals who own land in British Columbia through corporations, trusts, and partnerships.

LOTA applies to “interest holder”, including registered ownership of a property, leases with a term of more than ten years, and a right under an agreement for sale to occupy land or to require a transfer of the land. The LOTR must be completed and filed on or before November 30, 2021 unless the interest is transferred to another person before this date.

An interest holder may be:

1. Corporate interest holders: people who own, directly or indirectly, 10% or more of the issued shares or voting shares, or have the right or ability to elect, appoint, or remove the majority of the directors.

2. Trust interest holder: certain people and corporations who have power over, or are beneficiaries of trusts that have an interest in land.

3. Partnerships interest holders: people and corporations who are partners in a partnership.

Are you an interest holder? Arora Zbar LLP can help you file your LOTR FAST, get in touch with us here: https://arorazbar.com/lota/

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