Latest Wills 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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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
What is the Family Provision Act?

Understanding the Family Provision Act is crucial for anyone involved with estate planning, inheritance disputes or contested Wills. We break it down in this guide.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
5 MIN READ
How do the rules of intestacy vary by state in Australia?

The state in which the deceased lived will determine what happens if they haven’t written a Will. Here’s a guide into how the laws vary, by state.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Family Heirlooms and your Will

What constitutes an heirloom? And who gets to keep what? In this guide we’ll dive right into all-things family keepsakes.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Will Disputes: What happens if executors disagree?

Aside from this thing called *human nature* where disagreements *tend* to occur, executor disputes can arise for a handful of reasons. Here’s how to prevent them.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
What happens to a child if both parents die without a Will?

It’s an unimaginable scenario, made even harder to imagine if there is nothing in place to clearly safeguard the child’s future.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
How to Plan your Estate When You Own Foreign Assets

These days, it’s not uncommon to hold assets overseas. This guide looks at what to consider and how to plan ahead when writing your Will, with any overseas assets in mind.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Do I have to equally distribute assets among dependants in my Will?

Families can be incredibly nuanced, which is why equally distributing assets isn’t always possible or desired. So, if there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to asset distribution, how do you decide who gets what (or who gets nothing at all)?

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Can You Disinherit Your Child?

The short answer is: yes. It is possible to create a Will that effectively disinherits a child. There is, however, a bit more nuance to it.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Dealing With the Family Home in Your Will

If you’re wondering what happens to the family home after you pass on (and you can’t even figure out where to start) then here are some important things to factor in.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
How to Revoke a Will in Australia

You can change or revoke your Will if you feel it’s appropriate to do so. Here’s how.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
Including children with a disability in your Will

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to writing a Will that thoughtfully includes children living with disabilities. However, you can tailor your Will in a way that makes sense for your family, and that feels right for you. Here’s how.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
What happens when a gift in your Will fails?

Sometimes things just don’t work out and an inheritance doesn’t quite find its way to the nominated beneficiary. Read on to learn more.
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