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Navigating the complexities of taxes after death can be daunting, but it’s crucial for ensuring that your estate is managed effectively and your beneficiaries are protected. 12 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Tax-Smart Strategies

Navigating the Complexities of Taxes after Death in Canada

Estate taxes in Canada can be confusing, but understanding the key rules can save your family money. By understanding these essentials, you can take action now to ensure your family keeps more of what you’ve built. 11 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Tax-Smart Strategies

Complete Guide to Estate Taxes in Canada

Central to this journey is the unwavering commitment to transparent communication... Although rife with complexity, estate administration can be navigated with sagacity and a judicious approach. 10 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Communication Breakdowns, Curated Content

Unwavering Commitment to Transparent Communication

The Estate Planning Risks of Predatory Marriages 10 Apr
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  • Curated Content, Life Events

The Estate Planning Risks of Predatory Marriages

If you’re between 35 and 65, chances are you know someone who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness. It’s a tough reality, but if there’s still time, helping them get their estate in order can provide peace of mind for them and their loved ones. 07 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Related Resources

Estate Planning for the Terminally Ill: A Practical Guide

With spring in the air, many of us feel inspired to do some cleaning and clear the clutter. While the task may seem daunting, did you know it’s also an essential step in creating a well-thought-out estate plan? 06 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Related Resources

How Decluttering Can Help Streamline Estate Administration

United Nations report says Canada should repeal MAID for people with non-terminal illness... The UN committee also asked the federal government to end the proposed expansion of MAID for patients with mental disorders and to ban any federal support for any requests in advance. 06 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Law Reform

Canada MAID Laws: United Nations Report Asks for Stricter Rules

Undue influence is a high legal threshold to meet. If you believe that your loved one has been subject to undue influence in drafting their Will, what can you do about it? 04 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Communication Breakdowns, Curated Content

Undue Influence Concerns: Beware a Sudden Change of Heart

Charitable Giving: Legacy is More than What You Leave Behind 04 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Charitable Giving: Legacy is More than What You Leave Behind

April Hubbard is not terminally ill, but the 39-year-old performance and burlesque artist has been approved for assisted dying under Canada's increasingly liberal laws. For those who are terminally ill it is possible to get approval within 24 hours. 03 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Law Reform

Law Reform: Canada’s Increasingly Liberal Assisted Dying Laws

If you’re like many Canadians, you know you should create an estate plan, but may keep putting it off. This primer will introduce you to terms you should understand so you can prepare for the creation of your estate plan confidently. 03 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Legacy Lexicon

Understanding Will and Estate Planning Terms

Frequently Asked Questions: Role & Responsibilities of The Executor 02 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Time & Effort is Involved in Serving as an Estate Executor?

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