Death is never easy. I know this first hand. I got married in June of 2012 and the day we returned from our honeymoon, my Mom told us that her cancer had returned. She had been battling the disease for over 15 years. The plans my wife and I had envisioned for our...
To execute an estate is a big task – it requires time, organization, and determination while dealing with the loss at hand. To be an executor means dealing with legal professionals, financial institutions, creditors, legal court system and beneficiaries. The...
A few years ago, I lost both of my parents. It was heartbreaking and tough on the entire family. We were dealing with two sudden losses, first when my Mother passed away, and then shortly thereafter when we lost my Dad. It put a massive emotional strain on everyone in...
(BC Only) Firstly, it is important to note that a representation agreement is only needed in British Columbia. Secondly, this document is required for personal care planning. It is a legally enforceable document used when a person is incapacitated, entering palliative...
The majority of Canadians do not know the difference between a power of attorney (PoA) and a will but it ultimately comes down to life and death. A will protects your wishes after you have passed, whereas a power of attorney protects your needs while you are alive....
Planning an estate can be confusing for a lot of reasons: The immediate grief brought by the loss of a loved one The panic to ensure everything is in order for the rest of your family The difficulty in locating all pertinent information Aside from that, the legal...
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