EP FAQ Part 6: Superannuation
We have said several times that super is not part of your estate – so you may be wondering why on earth superannuation is featuring as part of our EP FAQ series. There’s only one thing to do if you’re curious – read on! Why do I need to think about what happens to my super […]
EP FAQ Part 5: Estate Administration
There are a couple of things guaranteed in life, and death is unfortunately one of them. In Part 5 of our EP FAQ series, we explore what the legal afterlife looks like – otherwise known as ‘estate administration’. Can I get a copy of someone’s Will? Generally, your Will remains a private document until you […]
EP FAQ Part 4: Financial Decision Making and Medical & Lifestyle Decision Making
Now that we have addressed estate planning basics and Wills in the earlier parts of our EP FAQ series, what about addressing decision-making when you no longer have the ‘capacity’ to make decisions for yourself? Read on to learn more about critical and often overlooked ‘power’ documents. Why do I need to decide who will […]
EP FAQ Part 3: Challenges to a Will
In Part 3 of our EP FAQ series, we explore some common questions we get asked about Wills and estate challenges. If this is something you have been wondering about, read on! When can a Will be challenged? A Will can be challenged when there are doubts about its validity or fairness. There are two […]
EP FAQ Part 2: Wills
In Part 2 of our EP FAQ series, we address some frequently asked questions we get asked about the best-known estate planning documents of them all – Wills! What is a Will? Your Will is a legal document with instructions for who you want to inherit your estate, care for your children and be the […]
EP FAQ Part 1: What is Estate Planning and what do you need to consider?
Welcome to our EP FAQ series, where we’ve gathered up some of our most frequently asked questions (and answers!) about estate planning. This series is perfect for anybody thinking about completing their estate planning documents for the first time or individuals who would like a easy to read refresher on some estate planning concepts. Ready? […]
Are Prenuptial Agreements Entered into Overseas Binding in Australia?
There are many reasons people entering a long term relationship may wish to agree beforehand about what happens to their wealth in the event the relationship doesn’t last. If, you entered into a prenuptial agreement with your partner in a jurisdiction outside of Australia, you may be wondering whether this agreement is binding in Australia […]