Recently the Federal government made changes to the capital gains inclusion rate for Canadians. The inclusion rates were increased from 50% to 66. 67%. For personal capital gains, the first $250,000, the inclusion rates remain at 50%; however, for. . .
We all have heard a story of an estate gone terribly bad. Family members being left out. Wills being contested. Siblings being left out. Relatives coming out of the woodwork looking for a piece of the action. The fact is, no one gets out alive,. . .
Everyone leaves a legacy - some good and some bad. This is what I remember when my Grand Father died - he didn't have enough money in his possession to 'bury his ass' in the ground. My dad was so annoyed that his father didn't. . .
Talking about life insurance is as exciting as a trip to the Dentist. At least at the Dentist, you get to go home with a new toothbrush. Insurance isn't that important until you need it. If you don't have it when you need it, it is too late. . .
Estate Planning Checklist Taking Inventory Define your goals and objectives How important is it for you to leave an inheritance To whom will you leave an inheritance How much will you leave each person Evaluate your. . .
There's a funny story I heard one time. 3 buddies were attending the funeral of their dearly departed friend. As the 3 of them stood around the casket saying their goodbyes the first guy opened his wallet and dropped a hundred-dollar bill in the. . .
This is a difficult conversation, but it is something that should be discussed. Here are 4 reasons why you should consider insuring your children & grandchildren: 1. Guarantee insurability for the future. Just in case down the. . .