The resources on the internet are often fantastic but they are not fool proof. If you are considering using a Will template downloaded from an unknown document provider, think twice and then call us.
In all states and territories of Australia, stepchildren either have an explicit or conditional right to challenge their stepparent’s Will. If you think there is a risk that your stepchild(ren) may make a family provision claim, this blog will answer some of your questions.
Advocating for diversity makes sense for a minority view trying to get a foothold or survive in a sea of opposition. Diversity and tolerance protect the little guy. But once a foothold is established for our idea, we tend to become a lot less tolerant and accepting of true diversity of opinion on the issue.
Whether you bought your pet with your partner or owned it before the relationship began, it’s difficult to agree to whom the pet should belong if your de facto relationship or marriage ends.
If the expiry of registration of your ‘security interest’ on the Personal Property Security Register is coming up soon, you need to act quickly. We guarantee you won’t remember to deal with this when in the days leading up to the expiry date.
Let’s get some perspective on this issue. What are the potential ‘tax benefits’ of including a testamentary trust in your Will? Further, what would happen if these ‘benefits’ were not available?
In summary, a PAF can acquire an asset from the founder (or associate). However, the transaction must be consistent with the PAF’s Investment Strategy and entered into (and maintained) on an arm’s length commercial basis.
Unfortunately, in the course of your employment, things won’t always go your way. Although you might have worked incredibly hard throughout your career to reach an executive position, sometimes a business will undergo organisational changes which mean that they offer you a redundancy. You may feel hard done by in these circumstances, but it is important to understand your entitlements, and the limitations of your circumstances.