How executors get paid in Canada
Understanding the tax implications, benefits and pitfalls of executor compensation.
Estate Planning
How much is capital gains tax in Canada?—and other reader questions answered
Last month’s federal budget introduced changes to capital gains tax in Canada. This has raised many questions about who...
Can transferring ownership of a house help avoid probate tax?
Transferring ownership of a house while parents are still living can significantly affect probate tax, but there are other...
“Our parents just passed—What do we do about their estate?”
Two siblings’ complex inheritance provides a case study in minimizing death taxes.
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Should you buy life insurance to pay for tax owed upon death?
When you die, capital gains tax might apply to some of your assets. Can life insurance help shelter your...
Can you save on taxes by owning an investment account with your child?
Jointly owning an asset with a child comes with tax and estate implications. Here’s why it may not be...
Three reasons to have a will and estate plan
Creating a will and estate plan may not be the most romantic gesture, but it’s an essential demonstration of...
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How to calculate the adjusted cost base of inherited property
What happens if you inherit a property and have no record of its value at that time? How can...