by Joseph Chiummiento | Oct 14, 2026 | Blog, Incorporations
THE INCORPORATION DECISION MOST ENTREPRENEURS GET WRONG If you’re deciding between federal vs. provincial incorporation in Ontario, the right choice depends on where your business will operate, how important national name protection is, and the ongoing corporate...
by Joseph Chiummiento | Sep 25, 2026 | Blog, Incorporations
WHY INCORPORATION ISN’T JUST PAPERWORK If you want to incorporate a business in Ontario, the filing itself is only one part of the process. The decisions you make about jurisdiction, ownership, share structure, corporate records and ongoing compliance can affect the...
by Joseph Chiummiento | Jan 15, 2026 | Blog, Wills & Estates
What Is a Family Trust? A family trust is a legal arrangement where one person or entity (the trustee) holds and manages assets on behalf of others (the beneficiaries). It allows you to separate legal ownership from beneficial use. In Ontario, trusts are often used by...
by Joseph Chiummiento | Jun 27, 2025 | Blog, Mergers & Acquisitions
Why M&A Transactions Are High-Stakes Buying or selling a business isn’t like selling a car. It’s complex, emotional, and full of hidden risk. Deals fall apart not because of price—but because of poor preparation, unclear terms, or surprises in due diligence....
by Joseph Chiummiento | Jun 27, 2025 | Blog, Succession Planning
Why Succession Planning Can’t Wait Business succession isn’t just about who takes over. It’s about protecting value, managing relationships, and reducing risk. Yet most entrepreneurs wait too long—until health declines, a buyer appears, or internal conflict forces the...
by Joseph Chiummiento | Jun 27, 2025 | Blog, Wills & Estates
The Will You Wrote Five Years Ago Might Be Outdated Here’s the truth: life doesn’t stand still. Neither should your will. We see too many clients with wills that no longer reflect their relationships, assets, or intentions. That’s not just risky—it’s a legal time...
