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06 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Related Resources

Create a More Effective Estate Plan: Tips & Best Practices

The GTA offers a wealth of resources to support your estate planning efforts. From legal professionals to financial advisors, you can access a network of experts to guide you through the process. 02 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Related Resources

The Essential Guide to Estate Planning for Families in the GTA

Estate planning is more than just drafting legal documents—it’s about preparing your loved ones for the future. The alternative—keeping plans under wraps—can leave loved ones unprepared... 01 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Communication Breakdowns, Curated Content

How Transparency Prevents Conflict in Estate Planning

Welcome to "Let’s Talk Family Enterprise", a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. 19 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Common Mistakes, Curated Content

Family Enterprise Canada Podcast: “Don’t Leave a Mess!”

Whether you are approaching retirement or on the receiving end of an inheritance, there are a few simple steps you and your family can take to ensure a smoother transition. This guide will help you navigate "The Great Wealth Transfer"... 10 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
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Comprehensive Guide to “The Great Wealth Transfer”

There are steps you can take to find out if you have an unclaimed inheritance. Learn how to claim assets that may be rightfully yours... 30 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Communication Breakdowns, Curated Content

How to Search for Unclaimed Inheritance: Canada

Widow in Legal Battle with Rotary Foundation Over Husband's Estate 14 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Widow in Legal Battle with Rotary Foundation Over Husband’s Estate

The Inheritance Games offers a thrilling exploration of estate planning through the lens of a captivating mystery. By learning from the fictional world of Avery Grambs, we can gain valuable insights into the importance of a well-created estate plan. 05 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Related Resources

Estate Planning Lessons from “The Inheritance Games”

In a typical estate plan, each spouse leaves their assets to the other. When the second spouse passes away, assets are distributed to their children. But what happens to your estate plan if you remarry? And what if you have children from a prior marriage? 10 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Remarriage: a New Family Calls for a New Estate Plan

You’ve worked too hard to let the division of your business assets become a source of pain and conflict for your family. Don’t wait until it’s too late to create a plan that protects your family’s unity and your business’s future. 03 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Succession Lessons

Don’t Let Your Business Tear Your Family Apart

"Estates gone wrong" refers to the failure of an estate plan, often resulting in significant financial, legal, and family conflicts. Discuss your estate plan with your family and beneficiaries to ensure they understand your wishes and to minimize conflict.  30 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Common Mistakes, Generated Content

Common Mistakes Leading to “Estates Gone Wrong”

The Importance of Documenting Your Charitable Wishes | Charitable Bequests | Philanthropic Intentions | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 23 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

The Importance of Documenting Your Charitable Wishes

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