Have you wondered whether or not one executor can manage your estate? Here are a few itmes to consider.
Do I need more than one executor?
By Steven Frye •
September 30, 2010
Month: September 2010
Total 18 Posts
Small Business Estate Planning Issues
By Laura West •
September 29, 2010
Small businesses make up a large percentage of the Ontario business community and a good number of these small businesses are organized as sole proprietorships.
“Respect Your Elders”
By Audrey Miller •
September 28, 2010
“Respect Your Elders” was a phrase that I heard growing up and one I suspect many of you did as well. How can we make sure we are respecting their wishes?
Upon Reflection: Be The Best That You Can Be … Some Thoughts
By Jasmine Sweatman •
September 27, 2010
We must assume responsibility and ownership of our profession.
Myths about Trusts
By Paul Fensom •
September 24, 2010
Trust Myths Debunked…
To Undue, or Not too Undue? What Does Undue Influence Look Like?
By Angelique Moss •
September 23, 2010
Absent threats and promises, can “working on” an elderly testator over a period of time constitute undue influence? A recent decision of the B.C. Court of Appeal upheld a trial judge’s decision finding that this kind of persuasion was enough to consitute undue influence.
Tax me once, that will suffice; tax me twice, now that’s not nice.
By Derek de Gannes •
September 22, 2010
While a person will only die once, those owning shares of a private company may, without proper planning, suffer the indignity of being taxed twice on the economic gain in respect of these shares.
Protecting Estate Assets Even if the Deceased Didn’t Feel the Need To
By Laura West •
September 21, 2010
When someone passes away, one of the first duties of the executors is to secure and protect all assets forming part of the estate.
Will The Elderly Bankrupt Canada?
By Audrey Miller •
September 20, 2010
Duty, responsibility and obligation are three words often associated with the term caregiver. However, more often than not, burnout, financial stress and leave of absence help portray a more realistic perception of what is associated with being a caregiver.
No Heroic Measures Clauses – putting your end of life decisions in writing
By Jasmine Sweatman •
September 17, 2010
The importance of the no heroic measures clause in you power of attorney for personal care.