Taxation & Estate Planning

Asset distribution and guardianship of children in estate planning

BY NATALIE COMERFORD | FRIDAY, 15 MAR 2024 8:01AM

Couples often find themselves at a crossroads when contemplating what happens to their assets after they pass away, and deciding who would assume guardianship of their children.

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