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How does an executor pay estate expenses during the probate process?

An executor is expected to pay the expenses of an estate on time, but what happens if the estate...

How does an executor pay estate expenses during the probate process?
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What happens to your TFSA when you die

This is how a TFSA gets distributed in the event of a death, plus, info on making sure it...

What happens to your TFSA when you die
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Life Insurance

How to find a lost life insurance policy

A death in the family is always stressful, but money can make it more so. Here’s expert advice for...

How to find a lost life insurance policy

Financial Planning

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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Estate planning changes in Ontario

Virtual signing and remote witnessing are now permanent options for clients and lawyers creating wills and powers of attorney...

Estate planning changes in Ontario

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Creating your will: a guide for couples

Financial pros share tips for getting on the same page as your partner.

Creating your will: a guide for couples

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The power of a last will and testament: How your final wishes can make an impact

You can use bequests—possessions, sums of money and percentages of your estate—in creative ways to make a difference to...

The power of a last will and testament: How your final wishes can make an impact
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“I’ve been named an executor. Where on earth do I start?!”

Executor duties can be overwhelming. Where do you start? Here's advice.

“I’ve been named an executor. Where on earth do I start?!”

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3 steps to choosing a legal guardian

A guide to one of the most difficult decisions you’ll make as a new parent

3 steps to choosing a legal guardian

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