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Latest Australian Law 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.

Residuary Estate: How do they work in a Will?
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
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Residuary Estate: How do they work in a Will?

The residuary estate clause is an important component of your Will to ensure your possessions go to the right beneficiaries.

Discretionary Trust in Australia: Do You Need One?
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
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Discretionary Trust in Australia: Do You Need One?

A discretionary trust is a way to manage the assets of your estate or structure a business that has many benefits.

How to get a Death Certificate in Australia
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
2 MIN READ
How to get a Death Certificate in Australia

Learn how to get a death certificate in Australia and register a death with a helpful guide from the experts in writing your Will online, Willed.

Executor Commission in Australia: What is it and How Does it Work
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
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Executor Commission in Australia: What is it and How Does it Work

An Executor Commission compensates an Executor for the tasks they do in their role administering an estate.

Property Transfer Following a Deceased Estate
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
3 MIN READ
Property Transfer Following a Deceased Estate

Property transfer following a deceased estate is a detailed process with many variables. Keep reading to learn more.

Bank Accounts After Death: Where Does the Money Go
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
2 MIN READ
Bank Accounts After Death: Where Does the Money Go

Bank accounts after death is an important topic when planning your estate. To learn what happens to bank accounts after someone dies, keep reading.

What Happens to a Deceased’s Vehicle
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
2 MIN READ
What Happens to a Deceased’s Vehicle

We’ve put together a guide on what happens to a deceased’s vehicle after they pass away. Keep reading to learn more.

How to Claim a Deceased Person's Superannuation in Australia
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
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How to Claim a Deceased Person's Superannuation in Australia

This article is about how anyone can find and claim a deceased person's superannuation. Keep reading to learn more.

7 Steps to Apply for a Letter of Administration
Dave KaplanDave Kaplan
4 MIN READ
7 Steps to Apply for a Letter of Administration

Here are 7 steps to apply for a letter of administration in Australia, including links to each relevant registry for states and territories. Click to learn more.

Public Probate Records and Wills: How it varies across Australia
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
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Public Probate Records and Wills: How it varies across Australia

Depending on the state or territory, people can generally access public probate records.

Probate Courts in Australia (plus helpful links!)
WilledWilled
4 MIN READ
Probate Courts in Australia (plus helpful links!)

Probate courts in Australia vary depending on what state or territory you live in. To learn more, keep reading.

Understanding Death Registration. A Guide to Death Certificates in Australia.
WilledWilled
2 MIN READ
Understanding Death Registration. A Guide to Death Certificates in Australia.

Just as it is a requirement that a birth be registered, it makes sense that when the time comes, a death will also need to be registered as well. Read on to learn more about registering a death in Australia.