Archive for November, 2009

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New Power of Attorney Guidelines are Designed to Prevent Fraud

When was the last time you looked at your power of attorney documents?  Can you find the original signed documents?  These legal documents give the person you designate as your attorney the power to handle your property.

But beware of these new rules if you own real estate in Ontario!

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Estate Potholes on the Web

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Caution! Estate Potholes on the Web

If you cruise the Web looking for legal information about wills or estates, beware!

Information you find about estate planning or about an estate executor’s duties may not apply to you.

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