After someone dies, the courts must decide who will become the rightful owner of the assets he or she leaves behind. This typically happens through the probate process. To begin probate, it is often necessary to apply to the court for a Certificate of Appointment of...
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How to choose an estate trustee
One of the most important choices you make when creating a will is who will be your estate trustee. This difficult but vital duty involves the protection and management of the estate’s assets. An estate trustee should have certain qualities that will assist him or her...
Now is the time to think about your will
There are many reasons people procrastinate creating a will. Some believe their estates are too simple to require an estate plan, and others may think they are too young to think about such things. However, one of the most frequent excuses for failing to write a will...
What happens to your retirement plans when you turn 70?
Those in Ontario who are concerned about their financial futures may have Registered Retirement Savings Plans, tax-deferred accounts that help them put back money for their later years. However, account holders may not contribute to those plans once they reach the...
Coming changes aim to simplify probate for small estates
For too long, those in Ontario facing the loss of a loved one have also had to deal with additional grief in the long and costly process of estate administration. Managing the estate of a deceased family member often meant cumbersome rules and expensive management...
5 ways to broach the topic of death with your parents
Watching your parents grow older is not an easy thing to do, but it is a sad part of life. Because it is often so sad, it is also something many in Ontario avoid talking about. Discussing end-of-life matters can be an important way for relieving some of the anxiety...
Does your loved one need a guardian?
When a loved one begins exhibiting symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, it may be difficult to know when to step in and take control of the situation. However, one international study shows that someone who receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s may already have been...
Getting the details right in your will
When you think of what will happen to your assets and belongings after you die, you may have in mind a particular person who is very fond of a special heirloom, or grandchildren you want to reward for completing their education. Perhaps you expect to leave a little...
5 responsibilities of an estate executor
If someone you know has asked you to take the role of estate executor after they die, you can be sure it is an honour. On the other hand, perhaps you have recently been surprised to learn that a loved one designated you for this task in their will without discussing...
Small mistakes on probate applications add months to wait
The probate process in Ontario is typically long, sometimes taking as long as a year. Often, much of that time involves waiting for the administrative offices of the estate court to catch up on its paperwork. In fact, many families are increasingly frustrated when...
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