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New book “Squandered: How Not to Succumb to the Third-Generation Curse” puts the spotlight on the risks and pitfalls of family succession... 06 Aug
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Squandered Wealth: New Book Explores Third-Generation Curse

These books offer the most current 2025 insights and can help you stay ahead of the curve in protecting your family and legacy with confidence. 27 Jun
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7 Future-Forward Estate Planning Books Defining 2025

This guide was created by the ALA Office of Research & Evaluation, and funded by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. New books added June 13th, 2025... 13 Jun
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Financial Literacy in Public Libraries: Estate Planning Books

The Inheritance Games offers a thrilling exploration of estate planning through the lens of a captivating mystery. By learning from the fictional world of Avery Grambs, we can gain valuable insights into the importance of a well-created estate plan. 05 Nov
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Estate Planning Lessons from “The Inheritance Games”

7 Best Estate Planning Books for 2023 | It’s never too early to start planning your estate. You can be prepared with these seven books on estate planning. 22 Mar
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Resources: 7 Best Estate Planning Books for 2023

This handbook is for those who have been appointed an executor (now called an “estate trustee”) in Ontario. Read further for excerpts from "How to Administer an Estate in Ontario: Plain Language Handbook", available on Amazon... 01 Sep
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How to Administer an Estate in Ontario: Plain Language Handbook

LegalWills.ca highly recommends the following books: a special selection of books related to funeral, estate and financial planning. 25 May
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Will & Estate Planning Books: Recommended by LegalWills.ca

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A will is intended to provide clear instructions about the distribution of a person’s property after death. But what happens when an important clause is missing? This recent Ontario court case is a useful reminder of the difficulties that can arise...

What Happens When a Will is Missing an Important Clause?

In many cases, an executor’s first instinct is not to call a lawyer. It is to ask Google. The problem? Google can provide thousands of answers, many of which are incomplete, inaccurate, or based on another jurisdiction. Executors need practical guidance tailored to the particular estate they are administering.

Cautionary Guidance for Executors: Google at Your Own Risk!

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