20 | Love & Money: The Agreements Nobody Wants to Talk About—Until It's Too Late with Carey Leishman

Podcast: ESPRESSOLD · Annie & Paula

Opublikowano: 2026-06-11

What happens to your assets when a relationship ends? Does it matter whose name is on title? And are common-law couples really treated differently than married couples in Alberta? In this episode, we sit down with family lawyer and mediator Carey Leishman to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of financial planning: protecting your assets before life-changing events occur. Carey breaks down Alberta's Family Property Act and the significant changes that came into effect in 2020, extending property division rights to many common-law couples. She explains why the law often doesn't care about your intentions...