What to expect when you are appointed as an Executor in Ontario

Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes on 23 October 2023
There is no simple answer when it comes to wills, the process of probate and estate administration. Each situation is unique and varies on numerous factors. In a time of grief after the loss of a loved one, the process of being an Executor is tricky to say the least. In the simplest terms, an Exe...
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What does a real estate lawyer actually do during a real estate transaction?

Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes on 19 September 2023
Real estate lawyers are the ones who work behind the scenes to make sure your real estate transaction goes as smoothly as possible.A real estate lawyer protects their client’s rights as laid out in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale. Your lawyer will ensure that all parties in the transaction h...
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What happens when… the buyer doesn’t produce their deposit.

Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes on 15 September 2023
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Your clients have sold their house. Hooray.The Agreement of Purchase and Sale has been sig...
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Protecting your loved ones living with a disability through estate planning

Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes on 29 August 2023
When estate planning, you might be wondering how you can leave assets to someone who does not have the capacity to care for themselves due to living with a disability. We understand that there is a constant worry about trying to protect them even after you are gone.
 What is a Henson Trust?...
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Why does appointing a Power of Attorney matter?

Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes on 13 July 2023
Most of us are familiar with the term “Power of Attorney” when it comes to managing the affairs of our loved ones. We often hear of a Power of Attorney who is responsible for making healthcare decisions after a loved one becomes ill. In a best-case scenario, the appointer will make it clear w...
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