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Wills

To symbolize a split estate, a matriarch is seated at the head of the table with her family grabbing seats at both sides.

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Do you have to split your estate evenly between your children?

Courts in some provinces can vary the distribution of an estate and override a last will and testament. Here’s...

Do you have to split your estate evenly between your children?
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Estate Planning

Is the family responsible to pay the mortgage for a loved one who has passed away?

When a home owner dies with money owing on the property, the type of ownership determines who is accountable...

Is the family responsible to pay the mortgage for a loved one who has passed away?
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Is a name change on a will a game-changer?

Creating a will is a good thing to do. It dots the Is and crosses the Ts. But what...

Is a name change on a will a game-changer?
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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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Financial Planning

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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