What happens to my superannuation when I die?

Contrary to what many may think, superannuation is not like money in a bank account. While proceeds of a bank account will simply be…

Know Your Role: Executors and Beneficiaries

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Beneficiary, Executor, Heir Tight, Trusts, Wills

Two of the most common terms used in Wills and the administration of deceased estates are ‘executor’ and ‘beneficiary’. But what do these terms…

How often should you update a will?

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Beneficiary, Heir Tight, Wills

As a general rule, you should review your will once every 12 months. So, on the anniversary of when you made the will, get…

Can I write my own will?

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Heir Tight, Wills

Yes, you can write your own will. There’s nothing legally to stop you from doing that. And, of course, many people do. But you…

Should I tell people where my will is located?

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Heir Tight, Safe Custody, Wills

There can be quite significant consequences if an original will is misplaced or lost. So, for that reason, many people will deposit their original…

When do I need a will?

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Executor, Guardianship, Heir Tight, Superannuation, Wills

If you own assets, then you really should have a will because a will is your way of ensuring that your assets go to…

What’s the difference between a will and estate planning?

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Estate Planning, Family Provision, Heir Tight, Power of Attorney, Superannuation, Testamentary Capacity, Wills

Well, a will is a legal document that passes ownership or transfers ownership of your assets to beneficiaries when you pass away, whereas estate…

It Doesn’t Always Work Out in the Wash

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Beneficiary, Executor, Family Provision, Heir Tight, Wills

One of the most important considerations a testator has in preparing their will is appointing a person/s to act in the role of executor.…

What is an Indemnity?

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Beneficiary, Estate Planning, Executor, Heir Tight, Wills

Are you a residuary beneficiary of an estate and expecting a final distribution of your gift? Are you wondering why you have been asked…

Location, Location, Location! Notional Estate Orders in New South Wales

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Family Provision, Heir Tight, NSW, Sydney, Trusts, Wills

Australians generally enjoy testamentary freedom. This means that Australians can leave their assets to whomever they want in their wills. However, this freedom is…

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What happens to my superannuation when I die?

What happens to my superannuation when I die?

Know Your Role: Executors and Beneficiaries

How often should you update a will?

Can I write my own will?

Should I tell people where my will is located?

When do I need a will?

What’s the difference between a will and estate planning?

It Doesn’t Always Work Out in the Wash

What is an Indemnity?

Location, Location, Location! Notional Estate Orders in New South Wales

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What We Offer

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