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Protect Your Loved Ones – Why Making Your Will Matters

Wills are the cornerstone of most financial and estate plans. Wills designate who is your estate executor or Ontario estate trustee. Executors control your estate. Estates include all the stuff that you leave behind when you’re gone. Why Wills are Important Wills are more than a letter…
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Discover the Truth: Are Online Will Services a Safe Bet for Your Estate?

Clients ask me if it is okay for their adult children to use online will providers to make their own wills. The answer is not complicated, but you must know why. First, let me make two disclaimers: You can have your financial planner answer questions about estate…
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Answers to Common Ontario Will Questions PART 1

Q: If I don’t have a will, my family gets all my stuff anyway. Is that true? A: If you die without a will, the government gives you their will. Government wills are the same for everyone. Their rules decide who controls your stuff, who gets what…
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How to Ensure a Safe and Secure Will in Ontario PART 2

Read part 1 of this post. I describe common dangerous wills you should avoid. This post continues with 3 more examples of dangerous wills. Living wills are not wills at all. They may not have two witnesses like Ontario wills. They don’t deal with your assets or…
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How to Ensure a Safe and Secure Will in Ontario PART 1

What type of will do you need in Ontario? I’ll tell you about wills that are dangerous. Many people think any will will do. Since you don’t need a lawyer to make a will legal, why bother with lawyers? Some Ontario wills are dangerous and must be…
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By Popular Demand – The Secrets of Estate Planning

I am posting the slides from my estate planning presentation entitled, The Secrets of Estate Planning. This was held on December 4th, 2024 for St. Michael’s College School – Alumni Association. View slides here. Remember, this information is not legal advice. Always consult a lawyer to confirm…
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How can I cut my kids out of my will and leave it all to an animal shelter?

Find out with FP Answers here. Need answers? Call my office today or book a meeting. Estate law is all I do. Ed Olkovich

Rules to Pick the Right Estate Trustee for Your Will

You may be postponing making your will for the wrong reasons. Looking for the right estate executor is not a good reason. Why? Because your choice today may not be a good choice in five to 10 years. Executors are also called estate trustees in Ontario. I…
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Avoid These Costly 4 Will Mistakes—Secure Your Family’s Future Today!

Pippa Norman, in her October 2, 2024 Globe & Mail column, reveals interesting facts that may apply to your own Canadian wills. I recommend Pippa’s column. It is not often a Canadian source on Canadian estate planning is well written and published. As an Ontario Certified Specialist…
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Ontario Common-Law Spouses – Beware of Legal Changes

Recent court decisions have made it clear that certain claims against estates are restricted to two-year limitation periods. This means that you may only have two years from the date of a person’s death to raise legal claims. If legal claims are filed late, they can be…
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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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