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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

While precise global statistics on inheritance disputes are limited, studies and reports from various regions indicate a noticeable rise in inheritance disputes worldwide, often attributed to factors like complex family structures, increased wealth, and more people opting for DIY wills without legal guidance.  03 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Family Disputes, Generated Content

Noticeable Rise in Inheritance Disputes Worldwide

The New Charity Funding Crisis: Aid & Education at Risk 20 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

The New Charity Funding Crisis: Aid & Education at Risk

Canadian Outlook 2025: The Future of Estate Planning 19 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Planning Resources

Canadian Outlook 2025: The Future of Estate Planning

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

While creating a legal will is essential for the transfer of wealth, it’s just one part of the process. To be sure your wishes are truly honoured, your financial legacy preserved, and your family is supported, you need a comprehensive estate plan. Moreover, you need to communicate that plan effectively. 06 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Communication Breakdowns, Curated Content

Unlocking Your Legacy: Estate Planning Conversations are Critical

Assuming testamentary capacity, more frequent reviews of all estate planning documents should be undertaken later in life, not only to remind will makers of the provisions in their wills, but to help prevent unintended outcomes. 23 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

Canadians are Living Longer: Estate Planning Considerations

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?

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

Increasing Financial Stress Leads to Lack of Estate Planning 04 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Common Mistakes, Curated Content

Increasing Financial Stress Leads to Lack of Estate Planning

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

Your Digital Assets: The Mess Left Behind | Digital Distress | Online Accounts | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 29 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Your Digital Assets: The Mess Left Behind

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