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Estate Planning for New Parents
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 24 January 2024
Is 2024 the year your family is expanding?If you are expecting a baby or plan to start your family, first we want to give you a big congratulations! We know you have a to-do list a mile long when it comes to preparing for your new family member, but we are here to add another very important thing...
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What Assets Should Be Included in Your Will?
Posted by Allison McMurter-Hughes
on 11 December 2023
One of the biggest challenges of estate planning is ensuring that your assets end up in the hands of the people you choose. In your will, you will appoint an Executor who is responsible for your estate after you pass away, which includes distributing your assets. (We have more about what you can ...
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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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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?...
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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