On 22 April 2020 the Governor declared a new temporary regulation that can be used in the witnessing of Wills, enduring powers of attorney, appointments of enduring guardian, affidavits and statutory … [Read more...]
Death taxes – are they coming back?
Death taxes were abolished in Australia in 1978 but other countries such as the USA, United Kingdom and many European and Asian countries still impose death, estate or inheritance taxes (death … [Read more...]
Superannuation, most of us have it but what happens with it when you die?
Most of us have superannuation and with most superannuation funds offering life insurance, the value of your superannuation death benefit on your death may be considerable. So, what happens to your … [Read more...]
Blended Family and Simple Will – not likely!
Did you know you could be leaving your children with a hefty capital gains tax bill? If you have children from a previous relationship, and you are now in a new relationship, have you considered … [Read more...]
