The time after a family member has passed away is very upsetting. On top of dealing with grief, you may have to play a role in handling their estate plan. Over the years, you developed a strong sense of the final wishes of your loved one. This is because you...
Month: October 2022
Signs that a will could be fraudulent
Your elderly relative took care of you for years when you were younger, and you’ve pledged to do the same for them as they reach their twilight years. You know that they care deeply about their family, including you, your siblings and all of the younger children. For...
The limits of an incentive trust
Trusts are created for all kinds of reasons, and their grantors sometimes have very specific ideas about what makes someone worthy to benefit from those assets. This is where incentive trusts come into play. Incentive trusts are designed to exert a bit of “dead-hand...
Common examples of undue influence
Estate planning involves the drafting of legal documents that provide instructions on how your assets should be distributed upon your death. You can also use estate planning tools to nominate guardians for your young children, manage your finances and even your health...