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A New Era in Property Sales: Understanding the Upcoming Changes

Most people have heard the term Caveat Emptor . "Buyer beware". Directly translated it means: "purchase at your own risk" . This...

What is an Enduring Power of Attorney and why should I have one ?

A Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) is a document you prepare to allow someone else to make financial and personal, health and lifestyle...

Can I use a Willkit to make my Will??

The obvious answer to this question is “You can”. But a (good) Lawyer’s response to this question is “You can – but we would prefer it if...

Entering the property market - some important information for your conveyancing transactions

Purchasing your first home, or any property for that matter, is one of the biggest financial decisions you make in life, and it can be...

I don't want to include my estranged family member in my Will. What can I do?

When you make a Will, you need to consider that under the laws called “Family Provision” some people are entitled to make a claim against...

How should I document my financial separation?

If you have separated from your partner (whether you were married, are now divorced or were in a de facto relationship), it may be...

Dividing your property after a separation

The end of a relationship can be a really stressful and emotional time for separated couples, children and family members. Quite often it...

Family Agreements - Back to the Future?

We all know that Australian society is ageing. This has created an interesting, almost “retro” legal development. Consider the position...

Will Power

One of the most important documents you will ever sign in your life is your Will. Do you have a Will? And if you do, is your current Will...