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The Administrative Burden of Death

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Cadence

At Cadence, we value the big picture of estate settlement as much as the nitty-gritty details. That’s why we’re looking into the concept of “administrative burden” to better understand people’s interactions with bureaucratic systems.

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The Pros and Cons of Executor Checklists

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Cadence

Funeral homes vary in the support they provide with estate settlement. Some offer robust services - like dedicated aftercare staff - and others offer simpler solutions. One of the most common tools funeral directors offer is an Executor checklist.

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Why Estate Settlement Matters for Funeral Service Professionals

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Cadence

If you were to ask a funeral service professional about their daily life, they'd most likely talk about transfer services, preparation of the deceased, disposition, ritual, and grief support. Estate settlement probably wouldn't be top-of-mind. So why should funeral services professionals care about estate settlement?

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Using Research For Good: Insights with Dr. Kathrina Mazurik

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Amy Liebaert

Estate planning and settlement have remained tedious and complicated processes for many years. With the guidance of Product Manager, Kathrina Mazurik, we have been able to provide meaningful value to professionals and the families they support. In this blog post, we explore how research shapes product development and ensures that clients have the help they need to manage practical matters related to death.

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The Unexpected Responsibilities of Spousal Loss with Emily Cave Boit

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Kayleigh Feschuk

Losing a spouse is an indescribably difficult experience, and the impact goes far beyond emotional pain. What's more is that the spouse of a deceased person is the most likely candidate to be named as funeral planner and the executor of their spouse’s estate. To shed light on this topic we sat down with Emily Cave Boit, who in 2020 lost her husband, NHL star Colby Cave, to a rare brain tumour. In this blog, Emily offers practical advice from her journey with grief and reveals the hidden responsibilities that accompany spousal loss, from funeral planning to estate settlement and the emotional toll of societal expectations.

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Gender Disparity in Bereavement

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Amy Liebaert

At the intersection of gender and grieving, there exists a stark divide in how the process of losing a loved one is navigated. Learning how to amend this balance is not just a statistical necessity; it's a compassionate imperative. In this blog, we'll discuss the relationship between grief and executorship, and chart a course to mitigate the emotional hardships that statistically disproportionately affect women during the bereavement process.

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National Funeral Director Recognition Day: Cadence's Commitment to Supporting Compassionate Care

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Amy Liebaert

On National Funeral Director Day, we celebrate the dedication and everyday heroism of those who guide families through some of life’s most challenging moments. At Cadence, we recognize that the funeral profession is one of great importance, symbolizing not just an essential service, but a community pillar that carries immense emotional significance. In this article, we discuss how Cadence serves this diligent profession.

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Financial Advisors and Their Crucial Role in Estate Planning

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Amy Liebaert

If a smooth and effective estate planning process is desired, the involvement of a financial advisor is vital. Join us as we explore how having a knowledgeable guide, like Pedro Duque of RBC Insurance, will ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and your future is taken care of.

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Consumer Inertia, Funeral Directors, and Technology

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Kayleigh Feschuk

Consumer inertia, otherwise known as the resistance to change or the reluctance to adopt new ideas or technologies, can effect anyone in any profession. However, funeral directors may be particularly prone to consumer inertia due the funeral profession's long withstanding roots in tradition.

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