When superannuation doesn’t end up with the people it was intended for: blended families & government super conditions

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Imagine discovering that you do not have control about who your superannuation will go to upon your passing, even though you have documented your wishes in a will. A nasty surprise and it is occurring more than you might think. … Read More

Don’t forget to include Superannuation in Divorces and Wills

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This week the Daily Telegraph, commenting on a survey undertaken by Suncorp, reported that of Australia’s 84,000 divorces, 86% failed to include the parties’ superannuation interests in the division of assets. Given the statistics regarding women already suffering from a … Read More

Why Young People Need A Will Too

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On 21 July 2012, 21 year old Ben Catanzariti was killed in a workplace accident on a construction site in Kingston.  One year on, Ben’s parents have remembered his death with a memorial and by launching a campaign to raise … Read More

DIY Disaster: Estate Planning and Self Managed Superannuation

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Too often we see the headlines Estate Planning DIY Disaster. Its most recent appearance graced the pages of the Self-Managed Super Fund Advisor on July 9. It read “DIY Estate Planning disasters increasing”. Unfortunately, it is true. Many people do … Read More

Make room! I’m moving in…Family Care Arrangements

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Moving in with a family member can have many benefits for an elderly person seeking companionship or extra help with daily activities; however, without the proper planning, these arrangements can cause significant heartache for all involved.