Making a claim against a deceased estate comes with strict time limits in Queensland. Anyone wanting to make a claim has six months from the date of the death of the deceased to file with the court. This must be done after giving notice to the executor or administrator of the estate. But what happens…
If you leave a small gift for someone in your Will, does that mean they can’t make any further claims? In short, no it does not. Of course, you’re free to leave your property and assets to whomever you choose, but there are risks involved in excluding a person from your Will or trying to…
Leaving behind a last Will and Testament expressing your wishes is vitally important. A current Will provides you and your family with peace of mind. But where are you meant to keep your Will? If you leave it where your executor can’t find it, you may as well not have prepared a Will at all,…
Things can get rather complicated when it comes to handling matters regarding a person’s estate. In fact, even if you do everything right, the entire process can still take months (sometimes even years). This is why it’s vital to do everything you can to make this process easier for all parties involved. Luckily, you can…
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a responsibility and authority you hand over to another party to act on your behalf to make personal or financial decisions concerning your assets or estate. This involves situations about your health care, financial agreements, and other needs. Essentially, it’s a legal document that certifies the party you choose…
