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Court splits POA duties between siblings

When it comes to powers of attorney, many hands often make heavy work, especially when siblings are involved.  Considering the immense responsibility that comes with an appointment under a POA, I can understand why grantors are tempted to share the duties among several of their children.  And while it is

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Widow defeats CRA in fight over husband’s $100k RRSP

An Alberta widow has scored a big win for taxpayers and estate planners across the country after fighting off a claim by the Canada Revenue Agency against her deceased husband’s RRSP.  According to a CBC story on the case, the woman had already taken possession of the $102,000 account after

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