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Executor Insurance from ERAssure.com – Marketing Mavens or What

Question: As executor of a parent’s estate, do you need insurance to protect you? James Daw’s Toronto Star article at moneyville.ca suggests one answer is ERAssure.com. I’ll give you more info to consider. But you must check out this company’s site. It’s a marketer’s dream. Study it…
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Estate Planners – Has Your Life Expectancy Increased?

Here’s an interesting short video to find the answer. Watch IE.TV with Steve Krupicz, an actuarial consultant with Manulife Financial Corporation. He describes the new actuarial tables on life expectancy increasing by 1.7 years. It’s recorded by Investment Executive, at this link. Krupicz uses an example of…
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Executors: Do you Really Want the Risk?

You are the advisor to Janet and her family. She has trusted you for a number of years. No surprise to you she asks you to be the executor of her estate. How should you respond? Here are 3 things to consider: Does your relationship give you…
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Estate Advisors – Are You Protected?

How can advisors avoid liability when doing estate planning? This issue always draws extra attention in professional meetings. I chaired a programme this week called, “Beyond Estate Planning Essentials” for the Ontario Bar Association. The audience of estate advisors included lawyers with private firms, and trust, tax…
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“I want to thank Ed and his firm for getting me through a very difficult time. He was recommended to me by another lawyer and I am grateful for that recommendation. Ed kept me grounded, listened to me, counseled me and supported me. I do so appreciate that. And he is worth every penny. Thank you!” - Claudia R, Toronto

“Thank you for your professional advice and lawyering while I was planning my will, all accompanied with your patience and a sense of humour.” - Valerie G, Toronto

“Ed is a "straight shooter" who tells it like it is and helps you make the best possible decisions in your circumstances. I've personally seen the "magic" he can work in an estate and recommend him without reservation to anyone who wants an iron clad will or estate advice and management that saves money, frayed nerves and friendships.” - Jim R, Burlington

I have used Edward Olkovich for my own Will and I was the executor of my Brother-in-law’s will. My brother-in-law had a terminal illness and Edward had us devise his Will to minimize taxes and problems. Ed is located locally @ Jane and Bloor. He was very knowledgeable, friendly and thorough and has written many books on the subject. - Belinda M, Toronto

Ed is a thorough, responsive estates lawyer who I would recommend to anyone when needing a will or dealing with estate issues. - Eva S, Toronto

Dear Ed and “Team Olkovich” “Thank you for your knowledge, expertise and hard work to make our executor duties (almost) stress-free. Will miss the laughs and stories you tell so well. All our appreciation always!” - Pat, Dave & John, Toronto

Dear Ed, Thank you for all your wisdom and kindness throughout the process of settling Ann’s Estate. - Cheryl, Toronto

“The easiest professional I had to deal with to settle my parents’ needs was Ed. I told him what we needed. He was gracious with his advice and help - without delaying matters.” - Iain N., Toronto

“Magic! The guy knows magic!” - Steve G., Toronto

“In the land of estate law, Ed is King.” - Cheryl W., Toronto

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Executor Insurance from ERAssure.com – Marketing Mavens or What

Estate Planners – Has Your Life Expectancy Increased?

Executors: Do you Really Want the Risk?

Estate Advisors – Are You Protected?