Buying a property with others – Co-Ownership Agreements
Property is relatively easy to buy – and even easier to buy with a friend. But if you haven’t planned for when things go wrong, the whole exercise can turn into an expensive debacle.
Powers of Attorney – Which one do I need?
Your Power of Attorney is a legal document which appoints one or more persons to look after your financial affairs on your behalf while you are still alive. There are several different types of Powers of Attorney, and it is important that you get the right one.
Challenging a Will
In all States in Australia the law provides you with a right to challenge a Will if you believe that you have not been adequately provided for.
Why buy a document from a lawyer?
Like many things these days, documents are readily available off the web. So what is the value in hiring lawyer? We give you some good reasons.
How much should I spend on a Will?
It is similar to buying a car – up to a certain price, you get what you pay for. But getting your estate planning done correctly is a little more important than buying a car – you only die once. Here are some things to weigh up when considering your options.
8 Common Misconceptions About Wills
In this article we discuss 8 common misconceptions we regularly encounter when assisting people get their affairs in order.
Discretionary Trusts for Dummies
A “Discretionary Trust” is a commonly used structure for holding investments and carrying on small to medium sized businesses. What are the advantages of using a Discretionary Trust?
Superannuation and Family Provision Claims in NSW
Since the introduction of the ‘Notional Estate’ principle into the model succession law in NSW, some ‘asset structures’ are no longer effective to avoid assets being dragged into a squabble over a Will.
Debt Recovery Services
Do your clients see you as a bank – or worse, a charity? We strive to assist you in recovering debt by using a range of services, from negotiation to litigation.
What is ‘Business Succession’?
You spend most of your time working in your business. But how much time have you recently spent thinking about how to protect the wealth that you are building in your business, or how to realise and pass this wealth on?