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What is an Executor?
The person or entity you choose to be responsible and personally liable for the entire administration of your estate is called an ‘executor’. What are…
How to write a condolence message
It can be difficult to express your well wishes to a friend or loved one in a condolence card or letter. Below are some tips…
Estate planning for parents of children with disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities are often concerned about how they can safeguard their child’s future if they are no longer around. We hope that…
Protecting your legacy is as important as sharing it
There is a great quote that said ‘one day your life will flash before your eyes make sure it is worth watching’. Better still, make…
Who will get my superannuation when I die?
Who will get my Superannuation when I die? Super is a non-estate asset and may not form part of your estate administered under your Will.…
What happens to my social media accounts when I die?
In the past, we had photo albums, diaries or letters to convey our personal legacy. Social media has now digitalised all these types of communication.…
Your pet and your Will
Australians love their pets. In fact, we have the highest ownership of pets per household in the world! It is no surprise then that…
Step and blended families and Wills
I went to a wedding recently where the beautiful bride had seven grandparents. How is that possible? Well, her father’s parents attended, her step-father’s parents…
Leaving a gift to charity
Leaving a charitable bequest in your Will can be a lovely way to create a lasting legacy, to provide continuing support to the causes and…