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Don’t put kids on title of your principal residence

There are 5 reasons why is is not a good idea to put your kids as joint owners of your personal residence. read more »
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Where There's A Will, There's A Way

Many people never draft a will, but don't comprehend the unfortunate circumstance that they leave their family in when they are gone. Here are some[...] read more »
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Estate planning: Understanding taxes and probate fees

When someone passes away, the executor has to settle the estate. This will include filing a final income tax return and paying any probate fees. read more »
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Estate Planning Starts by Getting Organized

Sometimes we think estate planning is really complicated and involves some really intimidating stuff but part of your estate plan can be really simpl[...] read more »
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Inheriting the Family Cottage? Think Carefully About the Costs

With September around the corner, many Canadians are preparing to close up the family cottage. And some are facing the reality that they’ll be inheri[...] read more »
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Asset Protection Strategies

How can you reduce the odds of having a lot of taxes at death? Here are a few estate planning tips and asset protection strategies. read more »
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Smart Tips For Estate Planning Book Review

Smart Tips For Estate Planning, written by Marvin Toy and Jim Yih, aims to shed light on many different topics within the field of estate planning. read more »
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What Would You Do If Your Spouse Died?

What would you do if you lost your spouse? Do you have a financial plan in place? See considerations you need to make NOW before tragedy strikes. read more »
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What is Estate Planning?

The first of my two part post on Estate Planning, it's never too soon to think about this, but it can certainly be too late. Protect your loved ones[...] read more »
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5 Tips on How To Make Your Own Living Trust Online

Here's how to make your own living trust online. Here's a clear explanation on who this is for and who should just use an attorney. read more »
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Estate Planning: Protect Your Assets

Estate planning is not something that concerns only the rich or the elderly. Everyone should have an estate plan to help protect your assets. read more »
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Creating Your Estate Plan

Spend some time creating your estate plan before taking it to the lawyer who will draw up your will. read more »
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How To Minimize Your Estate Costs

Planning to minimize your estate costs can be complex. Hire a professional to ensure you have considered all the strategies for your estate plan. read more »
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Life insurance in estate planning

When you think of life insurance, you probably think it is something you need when you are younger -- when you have dependants and more debt. read more »
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What happens to your RRSPs when you die?

On death, the RRSPs are deemed to have collapsed. The tax consequences really depend on who is listed as the beneficiary of the RRSP. read more »
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