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Edward Olkovich Featured on the 3 Questions Podcast

Edward Olkovich was recently featured on an episode of the 3 Questions with Wayne Baxter podcast discussing 3 Questions Canadians Should Ask When Reviewing Their Estate Plan. Do you have questions about your estate plan? I have helped clients since 1978 plan their estates to protect their…
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Exercise Your Will Power to Protect Your Loved Ones – Part 2

Having a will ensures your loved ones are provided for. Read Part 1 of this post. Your estate trustee or executor is the person named in your will to distribute your stuff. Without your will, courts must appoint an estate trustee without a will. Executors can be…
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Are You Prepared? Discover Your Estate Planning Readiness with my Ontario Quiz – PART 2

Don’t miss Part 1 of this post, Are You Prepared? Discover Your Estate Planning Readiness with my Ontario Quiz Answer true or false. Q6. I can change my will by initialing the changes on the original. True or false? False. This misconception can lead to a court…
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Stop Risking Your Family’s Future – Part 3

Read Part 1 and Part 2 of my posts in this series. What if you become incapacitated, or an illness prevents you from handling your finances? What will you do? If you don’t have a power of attorney to handle your property, your loved ones must get…
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Stop Risking Your Family’s Future – Part 1

Would you like to make sure your loved ones are protected? What would it be worth to you if, no matter what happens, you had a detailed plan of action ready? Well, I will share this information with you here, at no cost. You can use this…
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2 Simple Secrets to Choose Ontario Executors and Prevent Costly Money Mistakes

Here’s what happened after Marty died. Marty signed his will and had named his older brother, Vince, to be his estate executor. When Marty made his will, he had two young sons. Marty thought Vince would be a good money manager because he knew Marty’s family. 20…
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Is Your Lawyer an Expert in Estate Law?

This may surprise you: Not every will is valid. A common question I receive is: Why bother making wills if judges can cancel them? Well, not making a valid will can be the biggest blunder you can make. The trick is to have a legal will. But…
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5 Estate Planning Weaknesses

Estate planning is confusing and many people want to avoid lawyers. Many advisors fall into a trap of trying to oblige the client. This can lead to several weaknesses in estate planning, which I’ll explain. Estate planners, unlike lawyers, cannot tell you what to do when…
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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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