The Costs & Consequences of 'Scorched Earth' Litigation 29 Nov

The Costs & Consequences of ‘Scorched Earth’ Litigation

Comprehensive estate planning requires careful thought and conversation with your spouse or life partner. Before meeting with an estate planning attorney, it is best to discuss your ideas to present a united goal.  28 Nov

Talking to Your Spouse or Partner About Estate Planning

Biggest Risk to the Continuity of Family Wealth: Breakdown of Communication and Trust | Curated Content | Estates Gone Wrong 28 Nov

Breakdown of Communication: The Biggest Risk to Family Wealth

Inheritance Mishaps from the Rich and Famous | Canadian Family Offices | Curated Content | Celebrity Estates | Estates Gone Wrong 27 Nov

Inheritance Mishaps from the Rich and Famous

While Canada’s tax system doesn’t impose a traditional inheritance tax, estate taxes through capital gains, final income returns, and probate fees can still shrink inheritances dramatically. By leveraging these strategies, you can pass down more of your hard-earned wealth. 20 Nov

Things to Know Before Filing a Loved One’s Final Tax Return

Do you own a valuable piece of art, an antique car or rare Pokémon card? Here are some expert insights, from RBC Wealth Management, on how to work antiques and other valuable collectibles into your estate plan... 01 Nov

How to Work Antiques & Collectibles into Your Estate Plan

Will your family inherit your outstanding debts? Who’s responsible for paying them off? Can creditors pursue your beneficiaries for payment? 25 Oct

Don’t Leave Your Family Battling Debt Collectors

The Lost Inheritance: A Cautionary Tale for Executors | Curated Content | Unclaimed Inheritance | Estates Gone Wrong 24 Oct

The Lost Inheritance: A Cautionary Tale for Executors

Estate Law Reform is urgent and imperative to protect elders from financial abuse: specifically in the areas of power of attorneys, intervivos gifts, and will planning. 23 Oct

Elder Abuse Epidemic: Urgent Need for Estate Law Reform

When you or a loved one is diagnosed with a terminal illness, a flood of emotions will arise, including denial, helplessness, frustration, and fear. Here are 17 tips for how to cope with a terminal illness... 19 Oct

Understanding Anticipatory Grief: You Are Not Alone!

16 Oct

What We Can Learn From Celebrity Estate Planning Gone Wrong

It is not always clear whether an aging parent or relative needs help. Familiarize yourself with the warning signs. If you become aware that a loved one needs help, you will be better prepared to provide support for their safety and well-being. 12 Oct

How Will I Know When My Aging Parents Need Help?