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How Long Does it Take to Probate a Will in Alberta?

Probate is a process that can impact when and how heirs can take possession of an inherited property in Alberta.    Probate is the process of validating a will. The judge ensures the will is legal, and ensures that it’s the most up-to-date version of the will. The judge then authorizes the executor to begin…

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How to Avoid Probate in Canada

Do you really need to avoid probate? Is it even desirable? While sometimes it can be advantageous to pass certain assets straight to your beneficiaries, probate is not necessarily the problem that some publications make it out to be. Here is what you need to know about probate. What is probate and what does it…

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