Testamentary Trusts

Testamentary trusts can be very effective estate planning tools to assist in providing for spouses, children and grandchildren, and are becoming increasingly popular as more people become aware of their advantages. A Testamentary Trust is any trust established under a... Read More

Common misconceptions about estate planning

An estate plan involves more than signing a Will and leaving it in a safe place. An effective estate plan requires consideration of several matters and ongoing review to ensure it reflects your testamentary wishes and covers unexpected events. In this article we look... Read More

Blended Families and the Challenges Ahead

In Australia 1 in 5 families are a blended family or step-family. This number is expected to rise as the divorce rate increases and people take on new relationships. More than half of parents who separate, do re-partner but there is a higher break down rate in the... Read More