by Betty-Anne Howard | Jul 25, 2019 | Philanthropy and Inheritance Planning
Settling the estate of a family member after their death is a difficult, yet important task. For those who are already grieving the loss of a loved one, the process can be especially hard. All too often, I hear of Canadians dying before they’ve had these conversations...
by Betty-Anne Howard | Jun 27, 2019 | Philanthropy and Inheritance Planning
Talking about money matters can be uncomfortable, even for the closest of families. Conversations around where your inheritance will go can be especially tricky. All too often Canadians are dying with a lot left unsaid when it comes to their money; their current will...
by Betty-Anne Howard | Jun 13, 2019 | Making Your Dreams a Reality
This article was originally published on March 18, 2018, and has been updated.Thinking about our own mortality is never easy.As business owners, we’re among the least likely to think about mortality.We’re often too busy working on the businesses we’re so passionate...
by Betty-Anne Howard | May 23, 2019 | Philanthropy and Inheritance Planning
Many people find it hard to talk about their finances. In fact, a survey by Wells Fargo found that 44 percent of people see personal finance as the most challenging topic to discuss with others, more than subjects like death, politics and religion. May is officially...
by Betty-Anne Howard | May 13, 2019 | Philanthropy and Inheritance Planning
Written by: Betty-Anne Howard and Michael Caldwell “What does that even mean”? you might ask. Isn’t this something that the rich are supposed to think about, given I’m not rich, that doesn’t include me, does it? Lyndsay Green in her recent book titled The Well Lived...