Henry signs his will and puts it into a sealed envelope. He includes a note to his executor, Nina. Henry’s note tells Nina to have the will witnessed. But by the time the envelope is opened, Henry has died. It is too late to have Henry’s signature…
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You’ve heard that artist Prince died without a will leaving his loved ones to inherit his estate problems. Yes, he is the Prince famous with hits like Purple Rain who died April 2016. He left an estate that’s still open. His loved ones have spent millions in…
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My last post gave you tips on handling Ontario estates if there is no will. These are intestate estates. Guess who shares when there is an intestacy? What you learn may encourage you to sign your will. Here is a Simple Example of an Intestate Distribution: When…
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The simple answer is that you need court authority to handle this estate. Without a will that names an executor, no one can control the estate. You must wait until a court appoints an estate trustee without a will. Here are some steps to save you time…
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What happens if you suddenly disappeared without a will? Most people have no idea what happens to their family or their stuff. Take a look at the 7 ways dying without a will in Ontario may be a crime: 1. No executor is in charge. Without a…
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