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Economic uncertainty, inflation and the decline of workplace pensions have left growing numbers of Canadian seniors unable to leave their jobs. What can aspiring but anxious would-be retirees do? 13 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Why “Unretirement” May Be the Fate of So Many Canadians

Almost half of all Canadians lack estate plans, leaving financial and medical decisions uncertain: Scotiatrust survey reveals gaps in wills and power of attorney documents, leaving key decisions unmade... 07 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Common Mistakes, Curated Content

Scotiatrust Estate Planning Survey Finds Canadians Unprepared

There are numerous factors at play in this increase in probate disputes; we have an ageing population, with diverse family members and estates that are worth increasing amounts. Couple that with people being more aware that they can bring some sort of claim, and there is a perfect recipe for an increase in claims. 10 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

What is Causing the Increase in Contentious Probate Claims?

Inheritance disputes are as old as time, but in recent years, there’s been an increase in families embroiled in legal arguments. Here are the various stances on inheritance disputes, 2024 statistics, and the demographics of those discussing the topic online.  18 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Inheritance Dispute Statistics: 2024 Rising Trends

America's Elder Care Crisis is Here— And We're Not Ready | Long-Term Care | Elder Care | Estates Gone Wrong 15 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

America’s Elder Care Crisis is Here & We’re Not Ready

Strangest Things Left in Wills | Curated Content | Strange Tales | Inheritance Horror Stories | Bizarre Bequests | Estates Gone Wrong 15 Jul
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Bizarre Bequests, Curated Content

Bizarre Things People Have Left in Their Wills

17 May
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Why Families Fight Over Inheritance and How to Avoid it

The Biggest Mistakes People Make in Their Wills | Common Mistakes | Cautionary Tales | Inheritance Horror Stories | Estates Gone Wrong 08 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Common Mistakes, Curated Content

The Biggest Mistakes People Make in Their Wills

Fights Over Estates Can Tear Families Apart | Curated Content | Family Disputes | Inheritance Horror Stories | Estates Gone Wrong 12 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Fights Over Estates Can Tear Families Apart

Aging Baby Boomers Raise the Risk of a Long-Term-Care Crisis in the U.S. | Curated Content | Elder Care | Long-Term Care | Estates Gone Wrong 08 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

Aging Baby Boomers Raise the Risk of a Long-Term-Care Crisis

Executor of a Family Estate? How to Avoid Infighting over Inherited Wealth | Curated Content | Family Disputes | Estates Gone Wrong 12 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Executor of a Family Estate? How to Avoid Infighting over Inherited Wealth

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