If I make a Will, will the government take some of my money in "estate fees"?

No. There are no estate fees of any kind in Alberta, regardless of whether there is, or is not, a Will.

If you write a Will and the Will needs to be probated, there will be fees for filing for a grant of probate. The exact amount depends on the value of the estate. However, probate may not be required; the need for probate is related to the kind and amount of property involved, not the existence, or non-existence, of a Will. Choosing not to write a Will may lead to court fees for your family if they need to file for a grant of administration.

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May 2008

see also:

• Marriage
• Guardianship
• Trustees
• Adult Interdependent Relationships

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