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When Inheritance Divides: The Strain of Sibling Disputes Over Estate Debts 31 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

The Strain of Sibling Disputes Over Estate Debts: a Cautionary Tale

While long-term care is often associated with the elderly, it can affect individuals of all ages due to various circumstances. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the different types of long-term care available and delve into how estate planning is affected by and should be considered for each type. 31 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

Estate Planning & Long-Term Care: A Comprehensive Guide

What are the Most Common Factors Contributing to Inheritance Disputes? 28 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Frequently Asked Questions

What Causes Inheritance Disputes? Can They Be Avoided?

The terms "advance care plan" and "living will" are often used interchangeably in Canada, but there are important distinctions between these two healthcare planning documents. Understanding these differences is crucial for making informed decisions about your future medical care. 24 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Frequently Asked Questions

Advance Care Plans vs. Living Wills in Canada: What are the Differences?

This guide will help you explore the key aspects of inheritance tax in Canada for non-residents, taxes on property, and cross-border tax concerns for Canadians inheriting overseas. 24 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Frequently Asked Questions

Canadian Inheritance Tax 2025: Frequently Asked Questions

Assuming testamentary capacity, more frequent reviews of all estate planning documents should be undertaken later in life, not only to remind will makers of the provisions in their wills, but to help prevent unintended outcomes. 23 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

Canadians are Living Longer: Estate Planning Considerations

Securing Your Life's Work Beyond Succession | Estate planning is vital to preserving hard-earned success and safeguarding both business and personal legacies for future generations. 21 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Succession Strategies

Securing Your Life’s Work: Legacy Planning for Business Owners

Everything You Need To Know About Probate in Canada | While it’s not you who handles probate—rather, it’s your executor who handles it after you pass away—it’s important to understand why having a will makes probate easier. 17 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Legacy Lexicon

Everything You Need To Know About Probate in Canada

Signs and Symptoms of Caregiver Stress and Burnout 16 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Guardian Safeguards

Signs and Symptoms of Caregiver Stress and Burnout

The legal dispute between Danny Bennett, the eldest son of Tony Bennett, and his sisters, Antonia and Johanna Bennett, has intensified in court. 16 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Celebrity Estates, Curated Content

Tony Bennett’s Kids in Legal Battle Over Estate and Trust Disputes

If you and your siblings are on track to one day inherit your parents’ home, take heed of this cautionary tale, and learn how to avoid the same fate. Does this man owe his siblings anything more? All the experts to share their take on the situation. 16 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Inheriting a Home With Your Siblings: What Can Go Wrong?

Second Marriages: Potential Conflicts & the Impact on Your Estate Plan 10 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Second Marriage? Update Your Estate Plan to Avoid Potential Conflicts!

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