An executor is the person that you have nominated to take care of your estate after you pass away and careful consideration should be given as to whom you appoint.
Estate Planning
What happens if you die without a Will?
If you were to suddenly and unexpectedly pass away without a valid Will, what would happen with your estate?
Claiming an executor’s commission
Being an Executor for an estate is not always an easy task. Because of this, the law provides that an Executor may seek a commission based on the work they have performed.
What is Estate Planning?
Proper estate planning involves more than having an up-to-date Will. What other factors need to be considered when it comes to your money and assets?
Discretionary trusts – what happens with the assets in the trust when you die?
Clients are often surprised that they can’t leave assets held in their discretionary trust in the way that they wish.
Pitfalls of DIY Legal Will Kits
The cost pressures on society are leading many people to try and do their own Will by purchasing an inexpensive DIY Legal Will kit.
Enduring Power of Attorney
What is an Enduring Power of Attorney? Do I need to have one? Who should I appoint as my attorney?
SMSF – do you have a Binding Death Nomination
The importance of a Binding Death Nomination for members of Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF) is often underestimated.
9 Common Pitfalls to a DIY Will
The saying “you get what you pay for” certainly rings true when it comes to DIY Wills.
Supreme Court Decision – Binding Death Benefit Nomination and Enduring Powers of Attorney
Self Managed Super Funds, Binding Death Benefit Nominations, Enduring Powers of Attorney and your Will.
News
- The “Bank of Mum and Dad”
- Michael White
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- What happens if you die without a Will?
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- Queensland Legislation Permits the Identity of an Accused to be Publicised
- Buyer Beware – Failure to Pay Your Deposit on Time May Lead to Termination of Your Property Contract