This article has some excellent tips on avoiding mistakes in estate planning that can result in costly estate administration. Do it yourself planning doesn't cost much on the front end but can have disastrous results after someone dies. It's the classic example of being penny-wise and pound-foolish.
Better to invest in a good estate planning attorney to ensure that your wishes will be carried out. Look for an attorney who you feel comfortable talking to and who is willing to teach you the questions you didn't even know you needed to ask.
Estate planning: Learning from the mistakes of celebrities and others - The Globe and Mail
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