Hermès, Inheritance, and Estate Planning: What Canadians Can Learn From a Billion-Dollar Estate When a billionaire’s estate plan makes headlines, it’s easy to treat it like celebrity gossip. But stories involvingluxury dynasties like Hermès often reveal something practical: inheritance disputes happen when intentions aren’tdocumented clearly—or when life changes faster than legal documents do. In […]
By Allison Parrish | Probate Specialist Updated: March 2026 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 […]
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 […]
Updated: June 2024 When do you need to update your Will? Estate planning is an ever-evolving process that adjusts and adapts to the ebbs and flows of our lives. Central to this is your Last Will and Testament. But creating a Will isn’t a one-time affair; life’s unpredictability demands regular revisions. So, how do you […]
Who is going to be the Executor for your Will? While your mulling over that question, have you considered picking an Executor who lives near you? Or have you decided on an Executor who lives in another city or even another country? What would the difficulties be in having an Executor who doesn’t live near […]
Understanding probate fees and how they work doesn’t have to be confusing. Put simply: probate is a way to validate your Will through the courts. Once a person dies, “probate” refers to the process by which a Will is certified by a Court and accepted as a valid legal document. Getting your Will certified by […]
Samantha, a single mother of two young kids, died unexpectedly at the age of 35. She had often spoken about her wishes for her children’s upbringing and how her assets should be divided. However, she never put those wishes in writing. Without a Will, her family had to grapple not only with their grief […]
Writing a will is a task that many of us put off for far too long. It’s often seen as a complex, time-consuming, and expensive process. However, the importance of having a will that clearly expresses your wishes cannot be overstated. That’s where FormalWill.ca comes into play, making the entire process smooth, user-friendly, and affordable. […]
Guardianship is a critical decision that can have profound implications for the well-being and future of your children or dependent family members. It’s a choice that requires careful thought, understanding, and consideration. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the key factors that should be taken into account when deciding who to appoint as a […]
Probate is a legal procedure that verifies a Will and confirms the appointment of an Executor to administer the deceased’s estate. In Canada, the process is governed by provincial and territorial laws, making the requirements and fees vary across the country. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore how this process works in each province […]
