{"id":24154,"date":"2020-05-27T08:05:48","date_gmt":"2020-05-27T15:05:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hfin.ca\/?page_id=24154"},"modified":"2020-05-27T08:07:42","modified_gmt":"2020-05-27T15:07:42","slug":"estate-planning-for-farmers-and-families","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hfin.ca\/estate-planning-for-farmers-and-families\/","title":{"rendered":"Estate Planning for Farmers and Families"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n@-webkit-keyframes oryCellResizeableAnimate {\n  0% {\n    background-color: hsla(0,0%,100%,.26);\n    top: 45%;\n    bottom: 45%;\n  }<\/p>\n<p>  50% {\n    background-color: hsla(0,0%,100%,.12);\n    top: 0;\n    bottom: 0;\n  }<\/p>\n<p>  to {\n    background-color: hsla(0,0%,100%,.87);\n    top: 45%;\n    bottom: 45%;\n  }\n}\n@keyframes oryCellResizeableAnimate {\n  0% {\n    background-color: hsla(0,0%,100%,.26);\n    top: 45%;\n    bottom: 45%;\n  }<\/p>\n<p>  50% {\n    background-color: hsla(0,0%,100%,.12);\n    top: 0;\n    bottom: 0;\n  }<\/p>\n<p>  to {\n    background-color: hsla(0,0%,100%,.87);\n    top: 45%;\n    bottom: 45%;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style>\n<div class=\"juiced\">\n<div id=\"postToSend-3\">\n<div class=\"ory-row\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: -webkit-box; display: -ms-flexbox; display: flex; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 1 auto; flex: 0 1 auto; -webkit-box-orient: horizontal; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -ms-flex-direction: row; flex-direction: row; -ms-flex-wrap: wrap; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"ory-cell ory-cell-sm-12\" style=\"position: relative; box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 0 auto; flex: 0 0 auto; padding-right: .5rem; padding-left: .5rem; -ms-flex-preferred-size: 100%; flex-basis: 100%; width: 100%; min-width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"ory-row ory-cell-inner\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: -webkit-box; display: -ms-flexbox; display: flex; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 1 auto; flex: 0 1 auto; -webkit-box-orient: horizontal; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -ms-flex-direction: row; flex-direction: row; -ms-flex-wrap: wrap; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"ory-cell ory-cell-sm-12\" style=\"position: relative; box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 0 auto; flex: 0 0 auto; padding-right: .5rem; padding-left: .5rem; -ms-flex-preferred-size: 100%; flex-basis: 100%; width: 100%; min-width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"ory-cell-inner ory-cell-leaf\">\n<div class=\"ory-plugins-content-spacer ory-plugins-content-spacer-read-only\" style=\"border-bottom: none; position: relative; border: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.12); border-color: transparent;\">\n<div style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ory-row ory-cell-inner\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: -webkit-box; display: -ms-flexbox; display: flex; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 1 auto; flex: 0 1 auto; -webkit-box-orient: horizontal; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -ms-flex-direction: row; flex-direction: row; -ms-flex-wrap: wrap; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"ory-cell ory-cell-sm-12\" style=\"position: relative; box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 0 auto; flex: 0 0 auto; padding-right: .5rem; padding-left: .5rem; -ms-flex-preferred-size: 100%; flex-basis: 100%; width: 100%; min-width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"ory-cell-inner ory-cell-leaf\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ory-plugins-content-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.appsforadvisors.com\/ufs\/mediaLibrary\/K7SXJ9CFLTu9a6jqo\/estatePlanningFarmersFamilies.jpeg\" style=\"width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ory-row ory-cell-inner\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: -webkit-box; display: -ms-flexbox; display: flex; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 1 auto; flex: 0 1 auto; -webkit-box-orient: horizontal; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -ms-flex-direction: row; flex-direction: row; -ms-flex-wrap: wrap; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"ory-cell ory-cell-sm-12\" style=\"position: relative; box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-box-flex: 0; -ms-flex: 0 0 auto; flex: 0 0 auto; padding-right: .5rem; padding-left: .5rem; -ms-flex-preferred-size: 100%; flex-basis: 100%; width: 100%; min-width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"ory-cell-inner ory-cell-leaf\">\n<div>\n<p>Having a family and a farm are blessings and can also bring a lot of worry. A lot of this worry can stem from not being prepared for a disaster like if something were to happen to you or your spouse.\n<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve put together an infographic checklist that can help you get started on this. We know this can be a difficult conversation so we\u2019re here to help and provide guidance.\n<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Children<\/p>\n<p><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">What will happen to the children if both parents were to pass away?\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Who would take care of them and until what age?\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">What would happen if only parent were to pass away?\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nMake sure you have a will that:\n<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Assigns a guardian for your children\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">If there\u2019s an inheritance for the children, who will take care of this? Make sure you assign a trustee for the inheritance.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Always choose 2 qualified people for each position and communicate your intentions with them to ensure they\u2019re up for the responsibility.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nThe Farm<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\nWhat will happen to the farm?\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Who would take care of the farm?\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nMake sure you have a will that will deal with your farm assets.\n<\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nAssets and Liabilities<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\nWhat are your assets? Create a detailed list of your assets such as: Home, Family Farm Interest, Investments- Non registered, TFSA, RRSP, RDSP, RESP, Insurance Policy, Property, Additional revenue sources, etc\u2026\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">What are your liabilities? Create a detailed list of your liabilities such as: Mortgage, Loans (personal, student, car), Line of Credit, Credit card, Other loans (payday, store credit card, utility etc.)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Understand your assets-the ownership type (joint, tenants in common, sole etc.), list who are the beneficiaries are for your assets\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Understand your liabilities- who\u2019s on the hook for paying back the loan?\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nMake sure you have a will that:\n<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Assigns an executor\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Provide specific instructions for distribution of assets\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Always choose 2 qualified people for each position and communicate your intentions with them to ensure they\u2019re up for the responsibility.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nOngoing Needs<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\nWhat are your family\u2019s ongoing needs?\n<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">List out the living expenses\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">List out income needs\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Do you still need to pay for school?\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Determine if you have enough (assets minus liabilities) to take care of the family and farm.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nMake sure you review your insurance.\n<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Once you determine how much need there is, review your life insurance coverage to see if it meets your needs or if there\u2019s a shortfall.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Execution:<\/strong> It\u2019s difficult but you need to get this done. Besides doing it yourself, here\u2019s a list of team of individuals that can help:\n<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Financial Planner\/Advisor (CFP)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Estate Planning Specialist\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Insurance Specialist\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Lawyer\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Accountant\/Tax Specialist\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Chartered Executor Advisor (CEA)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Next steps\u2026<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: auto 2em 1.5em; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: inherit; display: list-item; margin: .2em 0 0 .2em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\"><a href=\"\/contact\">Contact us<\/a> about helping you get your estate planning in order so you can gain peace of mind that your family and farm are taken care of.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having a family and a farm are blessings and can also bring a lot of worry. 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