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The Benefits of Estate Planning While You’re Young

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Estate planning is often associated with older individuals who have accumulated significant assets over their lifetime. However, there are numerous benefits to starting your estate planning journey while you’re young. By taking proactive steps now, you can ensure that your assets are protected, and your wishes are carried out in the future.

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How to Manage Inheritance Tax in Canada

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In Canada, there are no taxes that apply directly to inheritances. However, this does not mean that property and assets left to beneficiaries are not taxed.

There is no inheritance tax charged to beneficiaries, but by the time assets are distributed to them taxes have already been paid by your estate.

With proper planning and a fully comprehensive estate plan, including a will, you can manage the tax effect on your estate and maximize the assets passed on to your heirs.

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How to Manage Estate Tax in Canada

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Canada does not have an “estate tax”, unlike some other jurisdictions such as the United States. However, you may not realize that there is a “deemed disposition tax” that applies at the time of your passing.

There are ways to structure your estate plan and/or your will so that this tax can be managed, enabling your beneficiaries to receive the maximum amount possible.

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The Importance of Estate Planning for High-Net-Worth Individuals

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Estate planning is a critical aspect of an overall financial plan, especially for high-net-worth (HNW) individuals and families. With substantial wealth and complex financial circumstances, HNW estate planning is necessarily much more extensive.

If you are an HNW individual, belong to an HNW family, or aspire to become an HNW in the future, you should prioritize estate planning.

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