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Creating Multiple Wills in Ontario
The creation of multiple wills may seem complicated during the estate planning process, however it offers many advantages as a tool to handle different assets and to avoid certain fees. Let’s take a look at some of the basics regarding...
Will Planning to Avoid Disputes
Families are complex and the dynamics that can occur when it is time to divide the assets left behind by a loved one can be challenging. This is especially true if there is no will to use as a guide,...
Creating a Will for Young Families
Creating a will is a smart way for young parents to secure their estate in case of unforeseen events. Estate planning is not simply something that should be done once you are retired or your kids have moved out of the...
Can You Execute Your Will in Ontario by Blinking?
A decision in the Texas court of appeal has raised some interesting discussions regarding the execution of wills. In Estate of Luce, the Texas court of appeal found that even though the testator drafted his will only by blinking, the...
HST New Housing Rebate – What New Home Buyers Should Know
In Ontario, the sale of newly built homes is subject to GST/HST. This means that anyone in Ontario who purchases a new home from a builder is required to pay HST/GST on their purchase. The GST/HST New Housing Rebate (the...
