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Is a “living will” the same thing as a “Power of Attorney”?

No. A Power of Attorney is a legal document in which you name a specific person to act on your behalf. You can, however, write your treatment [...]

Can a Power of Attorney for Property Change a Beneficiary Designation?

written by Jessica J. Butler, Law Clerk at Fasken LLP. Powers of attorney can be an area of confusion for those clients looking to create or update [...]

How to prepare an Estate Plan

Follow some of these easy steps to start your estate planning today: Gather your financial information: Gather all of your financial information, including bank accounts, investments, and property. Choose your beneficiaries: Decide who you want [...]

Banks vs Brokers: which is better?

An article written by Claire Wilson. As B.C. homebuyers continue to navigate the real estate market in an inflationary environment marked by rate hikes and volatility, finding a good mortgage rate is an essential part [...]

Importance of a WILL

A Will is an important legal document that allows a person to determine what happens to their assets and possessions once they pass away. It allows a person to designate who will receive their property [...]

What do I need to know for Estate Planning?

1.Understand the different types of estate planning documents: Having an understanding of the different types of estate planning documents, such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives, is essential. Knowing which [...]

Secure your legacy with an Estate Plan today!

An estate is a legal concept used to refer to the total property owned by an individual at the time of their death. Depending on the jurisdiction, an estate may include the real estate, personal [...]

Estates News

Congratulations to Gabrielle Robert, she has recently obtained her Certified Executor Advisor designation through the Canadian Institute of Certified Executor Advisors. We wish her continued success. Visit our website at www.jacquesrobert.com to view her complete [...]