Estate Planning
So your reclusive Uncle Steve suddenly dies leaving no Will or documentation regarding his finances or estate. You always knew he had some money, but you have gone through his home looking for any documents that will help and have come up empty.
We owe a loved one the dignity of a proper funeral
By Michael McGourty, Catholic Register SpecialWhen the Christian community gathers to celebrate a Funeral Mass, it gathers as members of the Church on Earth to say farewell to a loved one and entrust their soul, through the mercy of God, to Heaven.
The right words are critical in making a Will
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterAs the saying goes, words can hurt. That is especially true in a Will, where even the most minor of language mistakes can have a dramatic impact on how assets are split.
Shepherds’ Trust ensures priests who cared for you will be cared for as well
By Quentin Schesnuik, Catholic Register SpecialBefore the death of Fr. Peter Rosettis in 2003, he drafted an estate plan to ensure three things happened after his funeral.
An odd encounter: shotguns, silver bars, a priest and a guy named Phil
By Quentin Schesnuik, Catholic Register SpecialThe old man’s white beard shook as his quivering lips whispered, “The entire world financial system is about to collapse. An armoured car will arrive in 15 minutes to deliver me a truckload of silver bars worth about a quarter million dollars. If you come with me now, half of them are for you.”
Power of attorney is for everyone
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterGet a lawyer. Get a will. Get a power of attorney — in fact, get two. These aren’t tricky or exclusive legal arrangements for rich people. Ordinary, average Canadians need these documents.
Bequests a good way to thank parish that shaped you
By Mickey Conlon, Catholic Register SpecialA Catholic parish is not unlike your household: there are bills to pay and only so many dollars available to keep operations running smoothly.
What the future holds for charitable giving
By Mickey Conlon, Catholic Register SpecialA sampling of philanthropists in Canada shows that people who are active in their religion are more generous. It’s unlikely most people would disagree with such a finding.
A gift in-kind is often better than cash, Toronto's St. Ambrose parish finds out
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO – Cash may be king, but to a parish in need, a donation in kind is just as majestic.
‘Great surprise’ funds much-needed renovations in convent chapel
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterInside the sealed envelope, the instructions from the mystery donor were clear.
You and charity benefit from a gift annuity
By Winnie Quinn, Catholic Register SpecialGiven the current climate of low-interest rates and roller-coaster markets causing people to think twice about their financial decisions, many people may wish to consider the benefits of a charitable gift annuity.