Estate planning for blended families
Estate planning can be a challenging process, even for the simplest of family arrangements. So how do you manage estate planning when you have blended family arrangements?
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10 November 2024 -
What happens if my partner and I die together without having made our Wills?
14 October 2024 If you don’t have a valid Will and you die, then the distribution of your estate and superannuation can become complex, especially if you and your partner pass away simultaneously.
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Can a person make a Will if they are subject to VCAT Administration Orders?
22 September 2024 Complex questions arise about the capacity of loved ones who want to make their Wills while they’re subject to VCAT Guardianship and Administration Orders.
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Paper certificates of title to be phased out in August 2024 in Victoria
02 September 2024 From 3 August 2024, Land Use Victoria stopped issuing paper certificates of title. This is the next phase in Land Use Victoria’s journey towards creating an electronic future for the Register of Land.
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A guide to windfall gains tax in Victoria
12 August 2024 Windfall Gains Tax is a tax imposed on landowners in Victoria, which came into effect from 1 July 2023. WGT aims to capture a portion of the increased land value resulting from government planning decisions, ensuring that the benefits of rezoning contribute to public infrastructure and services.
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What happens to my business interests and entities when I die or lose capacity?
21 July 2024 Owning a small business, company or trust adds additional layers of complexity to estate planning. Ensuring that your business interests are handled smoothly should you die or lose capacity will be crucial for your business operations to continue and for the protection of your assets.
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