End of life planning

No matter your age, planning for your death can feel scary and morbid. So, it’s no wonder Canadians are procrastinating on tasks like end-of-life planning. According to Willful’s 2025 ‘The Great Delay’ study, only 30% of Canadians have discussed a financial emergency plan with their family.

Wealth advisor Ted Rechtshaffen has a saying he heard from an estate lawyer: “To kids, the will is proof that Mom loved you best.”

If you don’t have a last will and testament, you’re not alone. A recent survey by TD Bank found that more than half of Canadians don’t have a one. I was among the will-less until recently when I … Read More