Role and Duties of an Executor

The estate administration process can be a difficult time, particularly after the loss of a loved one.  Many people will have heard of the word "executor" but may not understand what the job entails.   For first-time executor...

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Are you flying for the holidays? Have you got your estate planning documents done?

It's that time of year again when we are all scrambling, whether it be getting our work done for the year,  finalising university exams, or the kids wrapping up the school term, everyone is looking forward to winding down and fly...

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The Most Common Questions about Wills and Estates

Writing a Will and planning for the distribution of your assets after your death is an essential part of responsible financial management. While it may not be the most pleasant thing to think about, having a comprehensive estat...

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How much provision should you leave your spouse in your Will?

We each have the freedom to leave our assets to whomever we choose when we pass away. However, there is a moral obligation imposed on us by the law to make adequate provision in our Wills for certain people in our lives such as ou...

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Can Step-Children contest a Step-Parent’s Will in Victoria?

Blended families are becoming more common where there are children from previous relationships. Rights of stepchildren vary slightly across each state in Australia. Who is considered a step-child? In Victoria, there is no sta...

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How often should you update your Will?

Most people are aware of the importance of having a comprehensive, legally binding Will that sets out precisely how your assets are to be distributed upon your death and who is to be in charge of administering your estate. But how...

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