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Jean recently retired at age 60. A passionate art collector for some 30 years, Jean now has an impressive collection of Canadian paintings. His collection, which he acquired at a cost of $150,000, is currently valued at $600,000.
Jean has over $450,000 in his RRSP. He has been living alone in a rental condo since his divorce five years ago.
When he dies, Jean will leave his property to his only child, Claudia, who is 33, married and has two children.
If he does not make any provisions to cover the tax liability, how will Jean's tax return be affected for the year of his death?
Six years ago, when Kacey was working as an active firefighter, she purchased a $200,000 30-year term life insurance policy. At the time, the insurance company rated her policy. Recently, she changed roles and now works for the fire department’s public relations office, answering media calls and filling out paperwork. She meets with her insurance agent, Bernice, to ask if the insurer would consider reducing her premiums.
Akeno is a 65-year-old retired accountant. He is divorced and has a 40-year-old son who is financially independent. Thanks to years of diligent savings, Akeno now enjoys a comfortable retirement. In addition to his pension income, he has over $300,000 invested in shares in his non-registered account. He lives in a mortgage-free home valued at $700,000 and owns a cottage valued at $500,000. The mortgage on the cottage is $100,000. Akeno purchased the homes 30 years ago when housing prices were low. It is important to him to donate $100,000 to the Alzheimer's Association when he dies. What is the GREATEST financial risk that would arise in the event of Akeno’s death?