Probate Fee Avoidance Planning (On-Demand - CPABC)
Overview
Even though British Columbia probate fees are relatively low, their existence seems to motivate clients to develop complex estate plans in order to avoid them.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Applicable for
Content
- what is probate and when is it required
- what property is subject to probate fees
- probate fee rates
- planning opportunities to avoid probate fees
- designation of beneficiaries
- joint tenancy
- inter vivos gifting
- use of inter vivos trusts
- multiple wills
Course Content Created: February 2026
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenters
Laura Peach, LL.B
Genevieve Taylor, LL.B
About This Product
CPABC On-Demand Courses offer self-paced learning through recorded sessions from previously delivered live seminars. Where available, accompanying materials such as handouts or course notes are included. On-demand courses are eligible for verifiable CPD hours upon successful completion, and a certificate will be made available for download for your records.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as handouts, course notes or presentation slides.
How to get started
After completing your purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca. Log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click Go to Your Courses and Materials to access your Learning Center. Select your course title to begin.
Course Dates & Registration
- 2
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 3
- Credits
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
Probate Fee Avoidance Planning (On-Demand - CPABC)
- 2
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 3
- Credits
Overview
Even though British Columbia probate fees are relatively low, their existence seems to motivate clients to develop complex estate plans in order to avoid them.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Applicable for
Content
- what is probate and when is it required
- what property is subject to probate fees
- probate fee rates
- planning opportunities to avoid probate fees
- designation of beneficiaries
- joint tenancy
- inter vivos gifting
- use of inter vivos trusts
- multiple wills
Course Content Created: February 2026
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenters
Laura Peach, LL.B
Genevieve Taylor, LL.B
About This Product
CPABC On-Demand Courses offer self-paced learning through recorded sessions from previously delivered live seminars. Where available, accompanying materials such as handouts or course notes are included. On-demand courses are eligible for verifiable CPD hours upon successful completion, and a certificate will be made available for download for your records.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as handouts, course notes or presentation slides.
How to get started
After completing your purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca. Log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click Go to Your Courses and Materials to access your Learning Center. Select your course title to begin.
Course Dates & Registration
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.