Understanding the Role of a Mental Health Receiver in Barbados: Rights, Duties, and Best Practices
Discover the responsibilities, rights, and best practices for mental health receivers in Barbados under the Mental Health Act. Learn how to navigate this critical role with confidence and compassion.
Deeds of Gift in Barbados: Everything You Need To Know
In this article, we will delve into the significance of Deeds of Gift in Barbados where we will explore the following key aspects: What is a Deed of Gift; The Process of Putting a Deed of Gift in place; The Legal Implications; Advantages and Disadvantages of a Deed of Gift; A comparison between a deed of Gift and a Last Will & Testament and; the Key terms associated with deeds of gift.
Ultimate Guide to Buying Property in Barbados: Step-by-Step Process
If you’re considering buying a property in Barbados, this comprehensive guide will provide you with valuable insights and considerations to navigate the process successfully.
What To Know About Taxes Before Selling Your Property In Barbados
In this article, we will take a look at these three government charges that are required to be paid on completion of the sale of real estate in Barbados and how they are calculated.
Joint Tenancy vs Tenancy-in-Common: What’s The Difference?
In this article, we will discuss the two types of co-ownership that exists and some of the important legal factors to consider when owning property concurrently.
What Paperwork Do I Need To Sell My Property in Barbados?
An important component of transferring property is having all the relevant documentation is in place which will be necessary for completing the sale. In this article, we will consider some of the important documents you should begin to gather when preparing to sell your property in Barbados. By putting these documents in place, this will give you a head start when proceeding with your real estate transaction.
Overview of Mental Health Receivership in Barbados: Frequently Asked Questions
In this article, we share answers to some frequently asked questions about appointing a representative in Barbados for a person with a mental illness.
My Loved One Has Become Mentally Incapacitated: What Legal Steps Can I Take?
In this article, we look closely at the legal steps to take when a loved one has become mentally incapacitated. It may become important to appoint a representative to manage your loved one’s affairs depending on the stage of his or her mental illness. This is done through a court process in Barbados known as receivership.
Your Role as an Agent under a Power of Attorney
Who is the agent under a power of attorney and what is his or her duties and responsibilities once the power of attorney document has been signed? In this blog article, we go into detail about the scope of duties and ethical considerations that an agent should be aware of once his or her appointment has been made.
Power of Attorney – Do You Need to Put One In Place?
In this post, we discuss what a power of attorney is, the types of powers of attorney, instances where one may be required and other critical considerations to be taken into account.
The Conveyancing Process: An 8-point Checklist
To help you with understanding the conveyancing process in Barbados, here's an 8-Point Checklist providing details on the real estate transaction in Barbados.