Have you thought of creating your Will? Is the thought of using a lawyer too expensive to create your Will? Why not try a DIY Will kit? We’ve complied a list as to why (and how) you can use DIY Will kits to generate your own Wills: 1) Accessibility: DIY Will kits make estate planning […]
The “great wealth transfer” refers to the WHOPPING trillion-dollar fortune shifting from Baby Boomers to Millennials and Gen Z. This massive economic shift is poised to bring relief to cash-strapped younger generations. This may impact Canadians and Americans differently, and we’ll delve into how. Let’s take a look as to how this unprecented wealth transfer may impact younger […]
A woman (let’s call her “Marge”) wrote into an advice column about the fallout over her sister’s inheritance. Unlike most of the stories we’ve written about inheritance, “Marge” wasn’t exactly upset about it. In fact, she was glad that her sister inherited everything from their late mother. Unlike other articles, this isn’t about a typical […]
Being an executor might sound respectable, but do you know what the role actually entails? Why is it a challenging role to take on? If you have recently been named as an executor of an estate, it’s important to carefully evaluate the potential pitfalls that come with the role: the legal, financial, and yes, the […]
The great wealth transfer is currently underway: millennials/genz are finding some financial relief with some money trickling down their way from their boomer parents (this brings up an entirely different topic on the problem of generational wealth). For now, some millennials/genz have some money coming their way; this can go a long way to keeping […]
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 gold ticket: it’s the key to paying off debt, travelling the word, 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 […]
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 […]
Updated: June 2024 Probate can sound confusing; it sounds as if it is a complex legal term that involving a lot of paperwork, time, and money. At it’s very core, this process is simply about validating the authenticity of a Last Will and Testament. It is often a misunderstood aspect of estate planning and administration. […]
Updated: June 2024 As our world becomes increasingly digitized, the importance of navigating online becomes essential. This includes preparing for what’s best for ourselves and our loved ones. We need to protect both our digital and physical assets. This is where online Wills come into play. It is a testament to the marriage of technology […]
