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Australia’s Scams Prevention Framework: what it changes, and how executors and families can protect money and identity
Australia’s Scams Prevention Framework: what it changes, and how executors and families can protect money and identity Scams are no longer just annoying phone calls.
Banks and deceased estates: how to close accounts, stop ongoing fees, and avoid “dead customer” problems
Overview When someone dies, families often assume the bank will automatically “freeze everything and sort it out”. In practice, banks usually need a formal notification
Digital assets in your estate: crypto, photos, email and online accounts (a practical Australian guide)
Overview Many Australians now have valuable or important “digital assets”, including online bank accounts, super fund logins, subscriptions, photos stored in the cloud, and sometimes
Aged care reforms from 1 November 2025
What they mean for your estate plan (RAD and DAP explained) Aged care is one of the most common reasons families end up making big
Preparing for the Great Wealth Transfer: Secure Your Legacy
Introduction Over the next decade, an estimated $84 trillion is projected to change hands as older generations pass on their wealth to heirs and beneficiaries.
Estate Planning in Blended Families: Ensuring Fairness
Blended families bring an abundance of love, resilience, and connection—but they can also bring complexity when it comes to estate planning. When spouses bring children
Caring for Your Furry Family: Estate Planning for Pet Owners
Our pets are more than animals—they are companions, confidants, and family. Yet, despite their importance in our lives, many people overlook pets in their estate
Understanding the Importance of Valid Wills
Insights from Bosschieter v Howitt [2024] NSWSC 1676 Summary: The recent case of Bosschieter v Howitt [2024] NSWSC 1676 underscores the critical importance of having
What happens if I die without a valid Will?
The most important New Year’s resolution you’ll make this year – write a Will Death is an inevitable part of life, and yet, more than