Do I have to live in Vaughan to act as the executor of an estate there?

No, you don't have to live in Vaughan or even in Ontario to serve as an estate trustee. Many executors we help live in another city or province and manage the estate remotely, with our single point of contact and on-the-ground team in York Region.

How long does it take to settle an estate in Vaughan?

Most estates take eight to twelve months to settle fully, though simpler ones move faster. The common guideline in Ontario is the executor's year. Selling the property and clearing contents are usually the longest steps.

Can Gordons handle both a Woodbridge house and a condo or other property?

Yes. Whether the estate includes a detached home in East Woodbridge, a townhome in Maple, or a condo near Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, we manage the sale and contents for each with one team.

Will using Gordons reduce what the estate keeps?

No. Our goal is to protect and often grow the estate's value. Selling contents through auction recovers money that would otherwise be lost, and interim funding means the estate isn't drained by upfront costs.

What does the first consultation cost?

Nothing. The first consultation is free and carries no obligation. We'll walk the property with you, answer your questions, and provide free certified appraisals so you can decide what's right with no pressure.

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From educational sessions and industry conferences to trade shows and retirement living events, see where Gordons will be next.

OACAO 2026 Annual Aging Well Conference

November 1, 2026
9am to 4pm
6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L5N 2L3

Durham Region Law Association 6th Annual Fall Conference

October 29, 2026
9am to 4pm
550 Beck Crescent - Ajax, Ontario, L1Z 1C9

CARP Mississauga Lifestyle Expo – Live Well, Age Well, Connect Well

October 22, 2026
10am to 1pm
1075 Queensway East, Mississauga ON L4Y 4C8

Ontario Legal Conference and Retreat 2026

October 3, 2026
8am to 5pm
5899 Rama Rd, Orillia, ON L3V 6H6

National Estate & Legacies Summit 2026 – Speaker / Exhibitor

October 15, 2026
8am to 6pm EST
Mississauga Grand Banquet and Event Centre 35 Brunel Road Mississauga ON L4Z 3E8

Canadian Business Excellence Awards – Recipient

September 23, 2026
2pm to 7pm
The Eglinton Grand, 400 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto, ON M5N 1A2

State of Estate Practices AI, New Developments, & Risk Management

September 16, 2026
9:00 - 12:00 PM ET
Preston Event Centre, 523 St Anthony Street, Ottawa

Frontenac Law Conference

September 18, 2026
8.30AM-5.00PM, 8.30AM-11:30AM
Gananoque Inn

Why Gordons?

One Partner. One Plan. Everything Handled.

We coordinate every step, from contents to closing, so you don’t have to.

Experienced in downsizing, estate sales, appraisals, and full project management

A licensed real estate brokerage with over 40 years of experience

Trusted by families, caregivers, and professionals

Overwhelmed?
You’re Not Alone.

I don’t know where to start

It’s too much to manage – clearing, staging, selling. moving

I want to do this right but I can’t do it alone

You Don’t Need to Know Every Step.
Just the First One

Hear It From Our Happy Clients

Margaret

Toronto

“I was dreading the move and I still can’t believe how well it went. Everybody involved was so kind, helpful and patient that I never felt worried. When it came to selling my house, Sherry was so patient, explaining everything and not pushing me to make a decision.”

Angela, Executor

Ottawa

“I hired Gordons when I was recently called upon to act as an estate trustee. They cleaned out an entire lifetime of household goods and personal effects from a home, arranged for minor renovations to prepare the house for listing, and sold the house for fair market value. ”

Joyce & Morton

Kingston

“From the very beginning we were promptly advised, every step of the way. Our house sold quickly, we can only attribute that to Gordons for their very descriptive advertising. Thank you all for a job well done in a friendly and courteous manner.”

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