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Parents may assume their children will eventually want the cottage, cabin or chalet. The children may love the recreation and relaxation, but not the responsibility that comes with it. Discover why you need to start the conversation now....

If assets remain in a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF), the estate may owe tax equal to about half the value. But a couple can offset the tax with a strategy you may not know about....

Think trusts are only for the rich and famous? You’ll see a variety of uses that show why trusts can meet the estate planning needs of just about anyone....

If you’re wondering whether to open the Bank of Mom and Dad to help a child buy a home, you face a difficult decision. We’ve got a pros-and-cons analysis to make it a little easier....

Think of the inheritance you plan on leaving to your children. If you have an asset that can’t be easily divided, you’ll want to read this....

Unless you prepare properly, your executor might end up feeling more like a detective. See what important steps you can take now to make sure the process goes smoothly....

You may be surprised by the number of life situations that call for changes to an estate plan. We’ll cover the situations that might prompt you to review yours....

The current COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many pausing to reflect on their estate and incapacity planning. Here’s what you need to know....

Do you have a child with special needs or a spouse or parent with an illness or disability? While you devote so much extra time providing care, we can help out with the financial aspect of care....

Hopefully, you’ll never suffer an illness or disorder that seriously impairs your cognitive functioning. But if you ever suffer such a condition, you may lose the ability to manage your finances – from paying bills to making investment and income......