Finding out that you are an Executor for the Estate of a loved one can be confusing. Not only are you and your family experiencing grief, but you have been given the responsibility of an Executor. So what does being an Executor entail?
Blended Families and Wills
By Andrew Frank on 19/06/19 5:11 PM
Blended families and step-families are very common these days.
Can a former partner make an Estate claim?
By Andrew Frank on 7/06/19 3:42 PM
It is possible for a former partner to make a claim on your Estate, if there are factors that warrant that claim. The case of Lodin v Lodin; Estate of Dr Mohammad Masoud Lodin [2017] NSWSC 10 demonstrates what can happen when a former partner makes an Estate claim.
Why you need more than a Will
By Kaitlyn Elvery on 27/03/19 4:38 PM
When people refer to “Estate Planning” a Will is the document that usually comes to mind. While a Will is extremely important, it is not the only document that is necessary to prepare when planning for your future.
So, you've been given an inheritance
By Kaitlyn Elvery on 22/02/19 4:30 PM
One of the first things that may come to mind if you receive a large sum of money from a relative or a friend is to treat yourself! You might spend big on a new car, book a luxurious holiday, or purchase that extravagant gift you have always dreamed about.