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Home | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

These articles cover the range of topics under Estate Planning, a crucial aspect of all financial planning.

EST040 Taking control before it's too late (298 words)
A short article outlining the benefits of implementing a power of attorney and other similar estate planning arrangements. . . . more

EST038 Estate Planning - the basic essentials (501 words)
This detailed article covers the basic essentials of estate planning -- a good reminder for your clients at any time of the year. . . . more

EST039 A legacy isn't just about money (451 words)
This article highlights the massive intergenerational wealth transfer expected over the next couple of decades and asks readers to think about their legacy, its effects and preparing now. . . . more

EST021 Planning for the inevitable (540 Words)
An excellent article on estate planning using three case studies and possible solutions for each to explain this complex issue. . . . more

EST023 Life changes = will changes (588 Words)
This article includes three interesting case studies illustrating the importance of reviewing an estate plan. . . . more

EST037 The role of Binding Death Nominations (302 words)
This article provides information Binding Death Nominations ensuring your reader understand the important role they play in super. . . . more

EST020 Paying for the inevitable - funeral bonds (346 Words)
A short explanation of what a funeral bond is and the benefits of investing in one. . . . more

EST036 The ATO never says goodbye (624 words)
Careful estate planning could save your beneficiaries and their dependents from significant tax liabilities. This detailed article explains the various tax implications and possible solutions of an issue that can cause more grief for beneficiaries. . . . more

EST035 May the power be with you (477 words)
There are ways to ensure your financial affairs remain in order if you are unable to sign important documents. This article explains the various Powers of Attorney arrangements available. . . . more

EST029 Estate planning is no laughing matter (175 Words)
A short "filler" style article reminding people about the importance of wills. . . . more

EST028 What happens to my assets? (557 Words)
This article explains how different types of assets are dealt with after death. It discusses jointly owned assets, super, trusts and companies. An excellent explanation. . . . more

EST026 Who gets your super? (559 Words)
Options for nominating beneficiaries for superannuation death benefits, and some of the issues to be considered. . . . more

EST019 What happens to your money when you die? (484 Words)
A detailed explanation of how your estate is handled when you die including how to reduce the potential tax your estate or beneficiaries will have to pay. This article expands upon article EST018. . . . more

EST018 Managing an inheritance (376 Words)
A brief explanation of how inherited assets are taxed. . . . more

EST016 Gifting - avoiding estate headaches (906 Words)
A very detailed article explaining how estate beneficiaries can reduce potential tax liabilities on their gifts. Also explains how valuations are based on certain items. . . . more

EST015 Back From Beyond brought to you by Smart Estate Planning (746 Words)
A very detailed article outlining three strategies to ensure your wishes are met after you die -- insurance, superannuation and nominated beneficiary options. . . . more

EST014 Trust kids… the millionaires of tomorrow? (604 Words)
An unusual estate planning topic about "trustafarians" -- the young Australians who are inheriting wealth via their parents' super funds. . . . more

EST011 Leave it to a testamentary trust (356 Words)
An explanation of what a testamentary trust is and how it can be used as an estate planning tool. . . . more

EST010 A will is important - at any age (484 Words)
An article about wills using a case study of a young girl who died intestate and the results. A good reminder that everyone, regardless of age, should have a current will. . . . more

EST013 Estate planning for single parents (515 Words)
A detailed article highlighting the importance of estate planning for single parents. It includes an 8-point checklist to help ensure all areas are covered when consulting professional advice. . . . more

EST012 Executors … It's not all glory! (397 Words)
A good reminder for people who are asked to be executors for a will. This article outlines the extensive duties the executor must fulfill and suggests the use of professionals. . . . more