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4 days ago
2 min

How do I have that difficult conversation with my aging family members?

Starting a conversation with your parents or older relatives about their parting wishes can be difficult and confronting, especially if t...

Do you have a succession plan in place for your business?

Wills & Estates

Jan 13
3 min

Do you have a succession plan in place for your business?

The future success of any business requires careful and considerate planning. Succession planning can begin years ahead of time and can p...

Wills & Estates

Dec 23, 2020
4 min

Hey Siri: what are electronic Wills?

In the age of COVID-19 we have seen social media flourish as well as facetime and zoom become more popular than interacting in person. On...

What is elder abuse and how does it impact estate planning?

Wills & Estates

Dec 17, 2020
3 min

What is elder abuse and how does it impact estate planning?

In 2019 approximately 30 million people experienced some form of abuse, including elder abuse. Due to the pandemic, these statistics have...

I’ve been left out of a loved one’s Will – What do I do now?

Wills & Estates

Dec 4, 2020
3 min

I’ve been left out of a loved one’s Will – What do I do now?

When a loved one passes, it can be a difficult time to deal with such a loss. Unfortunately, it can also involve many awkward formalities...

How Do I Obtain a Grant of Probate Electronically?

Wills & Estates

Nov 26, 2020
2 min

How Do I Obtain a Grant of Probate Electronically?

An important part of a Will is the selection of an executor, or representee, who is responsible for distribution of one’s estate. In orde...

How Do I Protect My Business With a Company Power of Attorney?

Wills & Estates

Nov 16, 2020
2 min

How Do I Protect My Business With a Company Power of Attorney?

If you own a business that you have built from the ground up, it is likely your passion and a big part of your life. Like many other busi...

Wills & Estates

Oct 28, 2020
3 min

What happens to my SMSF when I die?

Written by Ord Minnett SMSF Specialist advisor, Nataliya Sard. The trustee of an SMSF is required to ‘cash’ your remaining superannuation...

Creating a legacy – Gifting charities in your Will

Wills & Estates

Oct 21, 2020
4 min

Creating a legacy – Gifting charities in your Will

Did you know that when you are planning your estate, you can leave a gift to charity? If you are a charitable person and want to continue...

How do I provide for my children after death?

Wills & Estates

Oct 14, 2020
2 min

How do I provide for my children after death?

Want to know what you can do to provide for your children in your Will? Find out more.

What can I do if I have been left out of my parents’ Will?

Wills & Estates

Oct 8, 2020
2 min

What can I do if I have been left out of my parents’ Will?

Want to know what you can do if you have been left out of your parents' Will? Find out more.

Wills & Estates

Sep 30, 2020
3 min

What happens to your debt when you die?

Want to know what happens to your debt after death? Find out more.

Can I witness a document electronically during COVID-19 lockdown?

Wills & Estates

Sep 25, 2020
2 min

Can I witness a document electronically during COVID-19 lockdown?

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been an increasing number of restrictions put into place regarding movement and gatherin...

Wills & Estates

Sep 16, 2020
3 min

Special Disability Trusts

Want to find out more about Special Disability Trusts? Read this Article.

The real cost of getting a Public Trustee Will

Wills & Estates

Sep 11, 2020
2 min

The real cost of getting a Public Trustee Will

Want to find out more about Public Trustee Wills? Read this Article.

Does an Australian Will Cover My Overseas Assets?

Wills & Estates

Aug 19, 2020
2 min

Does an Australian Will Cover My Overseas Assets?

Do you have assets overseas? Have you recently moved to Australia? Read this article.

Wills & Estates

Aug 12, 2020
3 min

Superannuation and BDBN

Want to find out more about Binding Death Benefit Nominations with your Superannuation Fund? Read this article.

Wills & Estates

Aug 5, 2020
5 min

Law Update: Testamentary Trusts

If you have, use or are considering a Testamentary Trust - this is an important update for you!

Wills & Estates

Aug 5, 2020
3 min

Let's Talk About Testamentary Trusts!

Interested in saving on tax, protecting the money you leave behind from bankruptcy or your spouse re-partnering in the future?

Wills & Estates

Aug 4, 2020
2 min

De Facto & Death

Are you considered De Facto under the law? Find out why it matters.

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