The “Trial of the Century” ignited a media firestorm in 1994. People are still enamored by the The “Trial of the Century” that took place over two decades ago, in 1994. The trial, centering around the (now infamous) football player, O.J. Simpson, brought him into the limelight, albeit away from the roaring crowds and cheering […]
Inheritance can be tricky; many of us dream about receiving a large inheritance from a long-lost dead relative (with no strings attached, of course). Inheritance becomes a contentious issue within families, conflicts arise, and relationships become strained (or completely severed). When a family member passes away, the way in which their assets are distributed can […]
In this list, we’ve compiled some of the weirdest legal Wills that defy belief: from ashes spread out into space to dogs being left shares in a company, these are some of the strangest, weirdest, most bizarre Last Wills that we’ve come across (so far). After reading this list, you might be inclined to start […]
Many people view inheritance as a golden ticket: it’s the key to paying off debt, travelling the world, and living a life of luxury. Many Millennials have been suffering through a prolonged period of economic hardship since the Great Recession in 2008. The supposed “wealth transfer” might (hopefully) mitigate some of that financial blowback. An inheritance can change […]
You’ve got $50 million dollars – as the title implies. What do you do with it? Before you go blowing it all on a fancy cruise vacation, new house, BMW, new car, or yes, avocado toast, take some time to collect your thoughts and let the fact that you’ve inherited a fortune sink in. That’s […]
Updated: June 2024 Inheritance: everyone dreams of inheriting oodles of money from a rich aunt or uncle. But what happens when you actually get the money? It might not be everything you wish for. Marlene Engelhorn is exactly in that position: she inherited a whopping $36.6 million dollar (in Canadian dollars) from her rich grandmother. […]
Pet care: our furbabies are spoiled. It’s not uncommon for people to spoil their furbabies; Instagram and other social media are littered with videos and pictures of people playing with their beloved Fidos and felines, pampering them, feeding them, and just enjoying their presence. (In fact, pets sometimes receive better care than other humans.) Is […]
Remember the “Home Alone” movie? Of course you do! You probably watched it several times as a kid. You probably watched the movie every Christmas and have all of the lines memorised. At the very least, you know the name of the hero in the movie: Kevin McCallister. The beloved Christmas comedy was released in […]
Update: June 2024 Wealth: we all chase after it. We all want to be debt-free and worry-free, and to provide for our family and friends. Millennials, in particular, are increasingly relying on their parents’ inheritance to achieve financial stability and achieve financial milestones. Milestones their parents achieved when they were younger than their children are […]
Updated: June 2024 Hermès. You know the brand name. The name that evokes images of rich women walking around with fancy purses. Purses that cost more than a yearly salary. The makings of an iconic French brand Who is Nicolas Puech? What is the Isocrates Foundation? Puech’s mysterious legal heir The French brand that is […]
