A Last Will and Testament is a legal document designating to whom and to where your assets and estate will pass to upon your death. People sometimes believe that a Will and is only for those who are nearing death, but that is not always the case. Major life changes and revaluating your circumstances are […]
…And How to Prepare a Power of Attorney Online Learn about the importance of a Power of Attorney. Having a Power of Attorney document is essential for a situation in which you may be incapacitated (i.e. after a common car accident). Someone else may be required at that point to handle your financial and business […]
People sometimes ask if their Last Will and Testament comes with an expiration date. Do you need to fill out a new Will if at any time the old one expires? While the answer to that question is no, it is always a good idea to change your Will as you see fit. Life changes […]
Humans have a tendency to infantilize their pets; we love our dogs and cats and sometimes refer to ourselves as “fur moms” and “dog moms.” We adore our pets, and sometimes even lavish more love for them then our human family. Humans love their pets for a variety of reasons, including the companionship, loyalty, and […]
Last week, we wrote about the importance of choosing a Guardian . This week, we are writing about the importance of choosing an Executor and all that entails. This individual is someone appointed by you to look after your estate and assets after your death. Just as choosing a Guardian can be a difficult choice, […]
Choosing someone to look after your children when you are gone is obviously a tough decision. Appointing a Guardian in your Will can be one of the toughest decisions to make, and it is not as simple as just choosing mom, dad or a family member to be Guardian of your children. There are many […]
Intestacy is dying without a Last Will and Testament. Have you considered what would happen if you died intestate? What would happen to your estate? Intestacy usually operates as follows (this varies by province or territory): Everything passes on to the spouse and/or children If the deceased had no children, everything passes on to the […]
If you have a Last Will and Testament (or are thinking about drafting one), then you may be wondering when and how you would go about updating it. People generally think about getting a Will during the biggest changes of their lives. Typically, one would assume that the very first Last Will and Testament a […]
You know about the importance of a Legal Will in Canada. You put off thinking about completing your Will, believing that it is something you need to think about later. Or you may also put off drafting a Last Will and Testament because it is too complex and you just do not have the time […]
You’re most likely familiar with the basics of what a Last Will and Testament is: it is a legal document that ensures that your loved ones are taken care of if anything happens to you. An online Will (sometimes also known as an online will form) eliminates the need for a lawyer by providing you […]
