Latest guides

We understand that dealing with the practicalities of death can seem overwhelming and complicated. It's common to have some questions. That's why we have written these simple guides, minus the legal jargon.

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The 7 Stages of Grief and Loss Explained

Everyone who experiences a loss will go through the seven stages of grief. To learn more about each stage, keep reading.

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Can an Executor of a Will Also be a Beneficiary?

When building your Will, it’s important to understand if an executor of a Will can also be a beneficiary. This guide explains the rules.

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Rights of Beneficiaries: Information, Assets and Obligations

The rights of beneficiaries can be complex and confusing. So we’ve put together some helpful information to understand your rights as a beneficiary.

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Direct Cremation: The Process Explained

Direct cremation is different to a standard cremation and traditional burials. Keep reading to learn how they work.

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Guardianship: A guide to choosing the best legal guardian for your children

Selecting the right guardian for your underage children is no easy task. In this guide to guardianship, we unpack some of the things you should consider when making this most important choice.

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A Guide To Memorial Services

There does exist some confusion about the differences between a memorial service and a traditional funeral service. Read on to learn more about memorial services and how to plan the right one for you.

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What is ‘Life Insurance’ and What Does it Cover?

If you’ve ever wondered what Life Insurance is and whether or not you need it, read on.

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What is a Celebration of Life service?

In recent times, many Australians have turned to Celebration of Life services as a meaningful, yet less sombre way of saying goodbye to loved ones. Read on to learn about these types of services and how they differ to traditional funerals and memorial services.

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Open or Closed Casket Funeral Service: What's the difference?

Deciding to have an open or closed casket funeral service. Here we break down the pros and cons of each to help you make the best choice for your loved one.

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How To: Redirecting Mail of a Deceased Loved One

Redirecting the mail of a recently deceased loved one is an important administrative task. Read on to learn how to take care of this task quickly and efficiently.

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Beneficiary Tax Offset: Eligibility, How to Claim and Calculator

Learn more about the beneficiary tax offset in Australia, including eligibility, how to claim and a helpful calculator.

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Update Your Estate Planning Documents When You Move Interstate

The validity of these estate planning documents when you move interstate can vary so make sure to update where needed.