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Is it better to list a beneficiary on registered investments or have the account go to the estate?

When is it better to have beneficiaries listed on investment accounts versus leaving everything to the estate?

Is it better to list a beneficiary on registered investments or have the account go to the estate?
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Can I leave a house to minor children?

When preparing your estate plan, does it make sense to leave property to minor-aged children?

Can I leave a house to minor children?
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Capital gains when selling property to family

If you sell a property to a relative for a bargain price, does that mean you pay less tax...

Capital gains when selling property to family

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Video: How to split an inheritance

MoneySense expert Bruce Sellery answers viewer questions about splitting an inheritance and getting started in the stock market.

Video: How to split an inheritance

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Battle of the wills

Jack’s mom promised him a share of the family estate. But because she passed away before his father, can...

Battle of the wills

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Juliana is single and has no children. Who should be executor of her will?

Trust companies and some lawyers provide services for people whose family and friends can’t or don’t want to take...

Juliana is single and has no children. Who should be executor of her will?

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Important tips on leaving real estate in your will

How can Annie ensure her son inherits her condo mortgage-free?

Important tips on leaving real estate in your will

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3 rules for maximizing charitable donations in your will

Mary wants to use charitable gifts to help reduce the amount of tax owed by her estate.

3 rules for maximizing charitable donations in your will

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What happens to interest on an inheritance while executors fight over a will

Will Miguel get his inheritance?

What happens to interest on an inheritance while executors fight over a will

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