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Renouncing an Inheritance: an Inherent Right | Inheriting a House | Property Pitfalls | Real Estate | Family Disputes | Estates Gone Wrong 18 Jun
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  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Renouncing an Inheritance: an Inherent Right

Sibling Living in Inherited Property: Refuses To Sell 01 Jun
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  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Sibling Living in Inherited Property: Refuses To Sell

Navigating the complex web of estate planning for Canadians with foreign ties requires a deep understanding of both domestic and international tax laws. That is why involvement of legal experts from the relevant foreign jurisdictions is often necessary and strongly recommended. 30 May
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  • Curated Content, Related Resources

The Complexities of International Estate Planning for Canadians

Inheriting a Property With Your Siblings: What Are Your Options? | Family Disputes | Property Pitfalls | Real Estate | Estates Gone Wrong 30 May
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  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Inheriting a Property With Your Siblings: What Are Your Options?

Any property that you own in the UK, be it land or buildings, can be bequeathed to someone in your will. However, the way in which you own the property impacts how it can be passed on. 15 Apr
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  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Including Property in Your Will in the UK: What You Should Know

Canada is on the brink of a historic wealth transfer, with estimates suggesting that up to $1 trillion could change hands over the next decade. With proper planning, the transition of wealth can be a smooth and positive experience. 03 Apr
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  • Curated Content, Related Resources

The Great Wealth Transfer: How Prepared are Canadians?

Probate planning pitfalls: The risks that you need to consider before adding your child to the title of your home for estate planning purposes 12 Mar
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  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Adding Your Child to The Title of Your Home: Know The Risks!

Strategies For Passing On Property To Your Heirs | Property Pitfalls | Real Estate | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 23 Feb
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  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Real Estate: Strategies for Passing Property to Your Heirs

Testators should know the risks before using joint ownership as an estate planning tool.  16 Feb
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  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Joint Ownership of Property: Know the Risks

When combined with the nuances of deemed disposition, estate planning can quickly become complex. Personalized advice is invaluable for devising a strategy to maximize your wealth transfer to the people and causes you love. 15 Feb
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  • Curated Content, Frequently Asked Questions

Deemed Disposition at Death: Top Questions Answered

25 Jan
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  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Charity Explains Why Dunfermline Church Plans Fell Through

Even Canadians who don’t consider themselves snowbirds may own property south of the border or have other U.S. based assets that could impact their planning. 02 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Snowbirds: Is Your Cross-border Property in Your Estate Plan?

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Long-Term Care (LTC) is expensive, unpredictable and often prolonged. The projected “great wealth transfer” may therefore become far more concentrated among families who are wealthy enough to absorb years of care costs without exhausting their assets.

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