by Howard Nightingale | Aug 9, 2018 | Wills & Estates |
Once known as probate fees, the official name is now the Estate Administration Tax Public interest in wills and estates seems to be on the increase. Maybe that’s because we’re still grappling with Ontario’s new legislation which came into effect January 1, 2015 and... 
by Howard Nightingale | Dec 20, 2017 | Wills & Estates |
The Deed of Gift is, perhaps, a less familiar legal instrument that works nicely with will, estate and probate planning to minimize your exposure to unnecessary probate fees. (Please note that what was formerly called probate is now referred to as Certificate of... 
by Howard Nightingale | Jun 18, 2015 | Family Law, Real Estate Law, Wills & Estates |
Have you made your will? This is the standard question when it comes to making sure that your financial affairs are in order, with respect to your wishes, for the benefit of those who will survive you: family, friends, charities and so on. (Please review our section... 
by Howard Nightingale | Jul 11, 2013 | Family Law, Real Estate Law, Wills & Estates |
Estates and Taxes – The Estate Trustee is Responsible In a previous blog, we reviewed some key changes in Ontario legislation concerning estates and estate trustees. Perhaps the one with the most far reaching consequences is that estates now fall under the... 
by Howard Nightingale | Apr 22, 2013 | Family Law, Wills & Estates |
DEATH and TAXES – Serving as an Estate Executor While we don’t want to think about the eventual demise of a loved one, friend or relative, we know that, taxes, like death are inevitable. And so, being asked to serve as an Estate Executor is generally regarded as... 
by Howard Nightingale | Jan 1, 2013 | Real Estate Law, Wills & Estates |
Approaching the New Year, some use the occasion to make the traditional, New Year’s vow. Whether your promise is to stop smoking, renew an old friendship or save more, setting a goal for the New Year is all about, well, renewal; come January 1 the calendar rolls over... 