Yes, the statistics may be grim. But just because most wealthy families see their fortunes evaporate within a couple of generations does not mean yours will. Here are some strategies to avoid it... 17 Jun

Most Kids from Wealthy Families Squander their Inheritance

A French court has found eight people guilty of exploiting 92-year-old L'Oreal heiress Liliane Bettencourt, one of the world's richest people. The verdict brings to an end a long-running case that began with a feud between Mrs Bettencourt and daughter. 28 May

The Exploitation of L’Oreal Heiress Liliane Bettencourt

A blessing and a curse... Soon after coming into my windfall, I was bombarded with people who were only interested in my money. Acquaintances were constantly throwing investment pitches my way, and friends expected me to foot the bill. 10 Jan

What Blowing a $250k Inheritance Taught Me

14 Dec

Black Mirror | White Christmas | December 2014

TV Chef Blew £2.8million Inheritance: Leaves Only £33k to Family 24 Aug

TV Chef Blew £2.8million Inheritance: Leaves Only £33k to Family

LegalWills.ca highly recommends the following books: a special selection of books related to funeral, estate and financial planning. 25 May

Will & Estate Planning Books: Recommended by LegalWills.ca

A writer encounters the owner of an aging high-class hotel, who tells him of his early years serving as a lobby boy in the hotel's glorious years under an exceptional concierge. 07 Mar

The Grand Budapest Hotel | Comedy-Drama Film | 2014

Dying Saskatchewan Farmer’s Will Goes Down in History | Curated Content | Strange Bequests | Estates Gone Wrong 25 Oct

Saskatchewan Farmer’s Will Goes Down in History

After a break-in, a frail elderly woman is found dead in her flat by her neighbor. Tipped off by the victim's granddaughter Connie, the investigation focuses on the old lady's live-in caregiver. 11 Aug

Law & Order: UK | Episode “Mortal” | 2013

10 Sep

The Descendants | Comedy-Drama Film | 2011

This unscripted streaming docuseries delves into the drama that unfolds when grief and greed collide, exposing family secrets and highlighting the potential for conflict and legal battles over inheritances.  03 Nov

The Will: Family Secrets Revealed | Unscripted Series

The U.S. Supreme Court’s Most Important Decision Affecting the Law of Trusts & Estates Was Decided a Very Long Time Ago 31 Oct

U.S. Supreme Court Decision Altered Trust & Estate Law