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Planning to Make Your Last Will? Don’t Make these Money Mistakes

As an estate lawyer, I see people making mistakes. You can benefit from my experience and avoid problems. You need to avoid these money mistakes. Mistake #1 Never finding time “You can’t take it with you,” as the saying goes. Your loved ones need your will for…
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Read This Before Making Your Will in These Crazy Times

We live in unbelievable times. What can you do to avoid legal battles over your money after you are gone? I’ll give you some tips now. It is true you don’t need to use a lawyer to make your will. However, don’t assume any will you make…
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Why the Best Will You Can Buy Is a Lawyer-Prepared Will

Are you tempted to prepare your own will online or with a will kit? Do you know who can defend your will in court? Who will your loved ones call if your will is challenged? They will call a lawyer, sure. But what evidence is available to…
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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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How to Handle Picky Personal Items in Your Last Will

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 9 You may have a problem figuring out what to put into your will. Do you need to itemize each and every bank account? Do you need to attach an inventory of your accounts and online passwords? Who has time…
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Estate Planning Benefits – News You Can Use

How can you take good care of the ones you love? Read Bob Aaron’s article in his Toronto Star column. He explains what a will and an estate plan can accomplish. You will find valuable tips on: dangers of wills kits dealing with digital assets what happens…
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How Estate Smart Are You? Part 1 of 2

Test yourself – select True or False for each question. Then read the answers below. 1. I need a lawyer to make a will. True □ False □ 2. Common-law spouses automatically inherit their partner’s estate in Ontario. True □ False □ 3. I own everything jointly…
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“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

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

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