Bridging the gap between generations.

We help families like yours with some of the most emotionally charged decisions you’ll ever have to face – from the care of a loved one, to the planning and execution of your estate.

 

Whether it’s paying bills, managing property, selling international assets, or liaising with beneficiaries, we work together to simplify the inherent complexities of wealth, crafting professional, collaborative solutions that ensure your family is protected today, and always.

 

The first stage of estate planning is preparation. We listen to you and create a comprehensive plan that sets out how you will transition your wealth. We also offer guidance on tax strategies to maximize your family’s wealth over time, managing assets, setting up trusts, and developing estate plans that cross jurisdictions.

 

 

 

We help you answer some common questions such as:

  • How will my wealth and possessions be distributed?
  • Can I preserve even more of my wealth for my heirs with a trust fund?
  • How can I ensure that my financial and digital assets, mementos and heirlooms are easily located?
  • How can I make things easier for my loved ones during what may be a difficult period?
  • Who will ensure that my ultimate wishes are carried out after my death?
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Jamie Wilson

Estate and Insurance Advisor, BMO Estate Insurance Advisory Services

Jamie's objective is to review, analyze and provide insurance-based tax and estate planning strategies. Using a disciplined and professional approach, Jamie implements complementary concepts to a traditional investment portfolio. Specializing in providing solutions tailored for affluent investors, he offers customized strategies for individuals, as well as privately owned Canadian corporations and shareholders.

Estate Planning for Spouses and Children Using Testamentary Trusts

A testamentary trust provides a means of transferring and holding property under the terms of your Will. When structured properly, it can provide protection from creditors, guide the management and use of your wealth after death, and serve as a strategy to minimize or defer various taxes.
Estate Planning for Spouses and Children Using Testamentary Trusts

Importance of Estate Planning

You have devoted yourself to providing for your family and saving for a comfortable retirement, but have you also planned for what would happen if you were no longer around to take care of things or if you became incapacitated? While there are a number of legitimate reasons for avoiding the issue – ranging from “I don’t have time” to “it’s a difficult topic to think about” – estate planning is too important to ignore.
Importance of Estate Planning