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You might think the main purpose of a Will is to set out who inherits your assets when you pass away. But your Will can also deal with other important matters, including who will look after your children. All states and territories have legislation allowing you to appoint a ‘testamentary guardian’ in your Will. This...
Read moreHave you thought about what kind of care you’d want if you couldn’t speak for yourself? National Advance Care Planning Week (17–23 March) is the perfect time to ensure your wishes are known and respected. What is Advance Care Planning? Advance care planning involves making decisions about your future health care – enabling...
Read moreEstate planning is a crucial part of securing your family’s future, ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Significant changes came into effect in South Australia on 1 January 2025 that could impact your estate planning, particularly regarding step-child claims and the importance of documenting your...
Read moreYou may have made the decision to move into a residential aged care facility. There are a number of things to consider before signing the agreement and moving in. Here are the top three things we would advise our clients to consider before taking this important step! Make sure you are happy with the location, the staff, your...
Read moreWhen family members die without a Will, it can be hard to know where to start, especially when you might also be dealing with grief and stress. In this article we briefly outline the things you might want to consider if you find yourself in this unfortunate position. The Estate – Assets & Liabilities When someone dies...
Read moreYou or a member of your family may have made the decision to move into a retirement village and enjoy this time of your life. There are plenty of things you need to consider before signing the agreement and moving in. Here are the top three things you should think about before you commit! You should find an area you like....
Read moreThis heading probably sounds way too far-fetched to be real, but unfortunately, this really did happen! An extraordinary case was recently heard in a Sydney court which saw a man being charged with interference with a corpse after cutting the ear off his dead brother. How is this relevant and why are we sharing about it? Well...
Read moreKey estate planning documents When it comes to estate planning, there are three key documents that everyone should have! They are: Will Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) Advance Care Directive (SA) (ACD) – and its equivalent: Advance Personal Plan (NT), Enduring Guardian (WA) and Advance Health Directive (QLD). Your assets...
Read moreA number of changes have been made impacting Advance Care Directives in South Australia. We outline what these changes are, and how this might impact you. Firstly, what is an Advance Care Directive? If you are aged 18 years or older, an Advance Care Directive enables you to give clear legal directions about your future health...
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