by Andreyev Lawyers | 2 - 113, 2 - Run and manage your business (general commercial)
If you are the sole shareholder and director of a private company, have you thought about what will happen to your business if you lose capacity or die? Failure to plan for this eventuality can affect the financial viability of your assets and leave your family vulnerable – so it is something you need to turn your mind to. Fortunately, there are several solutions that are easy to implement and lots of advice about these issues is available.
by Andreyev Lawyers | 7 - 338, 7 - Deal with your real estate (property law), 8 - 264, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP), 9 - 305, 9 - 306, 9 - Deal with a deceased estate (Administration), PodCasts
If you are a family advisor or you are personally thinking about how you can keep family harmony in check when the next generation of your family steps up to the plate, this episode is a must-listen for you.
by Andreyev Lawyers | 8 - 264, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP)
Have you ever wondered what happens to the remaining amount owing on your HECS-HELP loan when you die? Well here’s your answer!
by Andreyev Lawyers | 8 - 264, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP)
Do you remember the scene in Titanic where an elderly husband and wife choose to perish together rather than be separated? The couple were Ida Straus and her husband Isador Straus, Macy’s department store co-owner. Hankies aside, this story is interesting from an...
by Andreyev Lawyers | 8 - 265, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP), EstateSpecialists, Individual Interest
An enduring power of attorney has the power to make a lot of decisions. However, without good planning, they may still not be able to do what you intend them to do. For example, if you appoint your spouse as your enduring attorney they will not be able to do anything that benefits themselves. Find out how to avoid these pitfalls.
by Andreyev Lawyers | 8 - 265, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP)
If you are incapacitated for a period of time, things won’t stand still and wait for you to recover. Someone still needs to manage your legal and financial affairs, and others will need to make personal and healthcare decisions for you. Do you have the necessary documents in place to make this happen, and avoid the need for your loved ones to apply to the Government for help? If not, read this.
by Andreyev Lawyers | 8 - 264, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP)
In this article we cover the important questions you need to answer to put in place an effective Will, namely: why should you make a Will, who gets what, how do you fairly divide your assets if you are in a ‘blended family, and who you will need to involve in your estate plan? Time to act!
by Andreyev Lawyers | 14 - 88, 14 - Give back to the community (charity and NFP)
Do you want to be more strategic in your charitable giving, make a real impact on the community and create a lasting legacy as part of your family’s story? Private Ancillary Funds (PAFs) can be a great option to achieve these goals. To help you decided whether PAF is right for you, we’ve pulled together our answers to 5 questions we are frequently asked by those considering establishing a PAF.
by Andreyev Lawyers | 8 - 264, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP)
A key benefit of having your super in a SMSF is that you can choose who ultimately benefits from particular assets within your fund when you die.
by Andreyev Lawyers | 8 - 264, 8 - Pass on your wealth (including EP), Facebook Published, Marketing, Newsletter Published, Twitter Published
What is, and what is not, in your personal estate? This may sound like a academic question not worthy of a lot of thought. However, if you are in estate planning mode, it is critical that you answer this question correctly.
