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When a loved one passes away, their streaming accounts and subscriptions may seem like minor considerations compared to other estate matters. However, managing these accounts is important to prevent ongoing charges and secure their digital legacy. 09 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Managing Streaming Service Accounts: A Guide for Canadians

Separated Spouses and Intestacy: Important Changes Coming in 2025 | A significant change in Ontario’s estate law is about to take full effect, impacting separated spouses and their inheritance rights. 06 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Separated Spouses and Intestacy: Important Changes in 2025

Cryptocurrency Holdings: Ensuring Smooth Distribution of Digital Assets 04 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Cryptocurrency Holdings: Ensuring Smooth Distribution of Digital Assets

Ontario Farmer Shares 'Unconventional Approach' to Succession Planning 02 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Succession Strategies

Farmer Shares ‘Unconventional Approach’ to Succession Planning

Inheriting Real Estate in Canada: What You Need to Know 20 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Inheritance Tax & Cross-Border Rules: What Canadians Need to Know

On the Lookout: Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse | Long-Term Care | Elder Care | Power of Attorney | Estates Gone Wrong 18 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

On the Lookout: Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse

Property owners who have used joint ownership as an estate planning tool to avoid the cost and delay of probate will need to revisit their plans in light of this decision. 16 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Court Ruling Upsets Commonly-held Interpretation of Joint Tenancy

Special Needs Adults: Presumption of Capacity & Individual Rights | Can a court make a parenting order for an adult child living with a disability without giving them an opportunity to participate in the proceeding? 12 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Special Needs Adults: Presumption of Capacity & Individual Rights

In today’s increasingly digital world, traditional processes are being transformed by technology, and estate planning is no exception. Recent developments in technology and changes to the legal landscape are creating room for the possibility of electronic wills... 10 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Electronic Wills: The Future of Estate Planning in Ontario

Strategies to Reduce Your Final Tax Return | Could paying a little more now provide significant relief on your final tax return upon death? 06 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Planning Resources

Strategies to Reduce Your Final Tax Return: Canada

Preventing Loved Ones from Internet Scams: Powers of Attorney 05 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Preventing Loved Ones from Internet Scams: Powers of Attorney

Philanthropy is a significant part of your life. It's a reflection of your values and the legacy you wish to leave behind. However, ensuring that your beloved charities are named in your Will requires careful planning and attention to detail. 30 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

How to Ensure Your Beloved Charities are Named in Your Will

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