Purchasing a house is a huge financial decision with many factors to consider. When trying to get approved for a mortgage, it can be hard to hear that you haven’t been approved for a loan or that you have been approved, but not for nearly…
As parents, the first instinct is to help your child when they need something. Now, it’s time for them to leave the nest. However, there is a growing issue. In Canada, it’s becoming more and more difficult for millennials to buy a house. At this…
It’s tough to talk about death, dying, aging, and money, even at the best of times. Talking about it with your family when planning out your estate, however, is a very important conversation that can help put your mind, and everyone else’s, at ease not…
Your cottage is an amazing place where some of your family’s best memories were made. If you’re starting to think of your retirement, getting older, or you just don’t want the work that comes with owning a cottage, you may be contemplating your options to…
Many of us make lofty resolutions every New Year’s, whether it’s regarding our health, finances, careers or other personal goals. Sometimes we stick to them, and other times…not so much! However, here’s one resolution you can make that’s not only important for you and your…
Marital status matters in Ontario, at least when it comes to the law and your will. There are some misconceptions out there about the current estate laws, so let’s take a closer look at a few legal basics so you can be armed with more…
When drafting up a Last Will & Testament, there’s one part of the process that needs special consideration: Who to choose to ensure your estate is properly distributed and managed after your passing? It’s up to you to appoint an executor and/or estate trustee; if…
Life can get really hectic when we have young kids, and one task that may slip down the priority list is drafting your last will and testament. However, as parents of dependent children or adult kids who require specialized care, having a will is one…
The death of a loved one is such a hard time and families can be torn apart when the deceased’s will is read and the results for some parties are less than satisfactory. Some parties will try to contest – or challenge – the will…
When we’re young and healthy, getting a will drafted up may seem like the furthest thing from our minds. However, as long as you have property and assets, an estate plan and will is a very good idea as everything will be divided up based…
Who doesn’t love the thought of saving money? There are so many things we can DIY these days and drafting up a Last Will & Testament is one of them. If you or your loved ones are thinking about finally tackling that will once and…
Planning your estate and mapping out what happens to your assets when you die is a complex process. For many people, it can be somewhat uncomfortable to think of planning ahead for a time when you are no longer around, however, there’s also quite a…
Do you have a legal will in place? If you don’t, you’re certainly not the only one. In fact, a recent BMO (Bank of Montreal) study shows that almost half of all Canadians do not currently have a will in place. Despite this fact, a…