Each year, numerous Ontario families realize that one of their members can no longer adequately take care of themselves. After making inquiries, it may have become clear that someone will need to step in and provide care for him or her. If the family member in...
Month: October 2020
Without a will, estate administration could get complicated
Some people don't think they have enough assets to have to worry about a will. Others simply never get around to creating one. Whatever the case, matters can quickly become complicated if you pass away without a valid will.In such cases, Ontario intestacy rules will...
What you can expect when serving as an estate trustee
When you accepted the job of carrying out the last wishes of your loved one, you may not have fully understood what you were getting yourself into. Now that the time has come for you to take on your duties as an estate trustee, it would probably help for you to gain...
Questions you should ask before agreeing to be an executor
If you are asked to execute a loved one's will, it can seem like a tremendous honour. However, it is also a significant responsibility and can come with many challenges. Before agreeing to take on this responsibility, executors should be aware of what...