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Executor’s Commission
What is executor's commission and should you include it in your will? Learn your options and what to consider.
What happens if you can’t locate a Will for your loved one who has recently died?
In our latest Insight we cover where to look, what "intestate" means, the risks of using the wrong Will, and when a copy may still be valid.
How long does it take for an Estate to be administered?
A rough timeline on the process to obtain Probate and for an Estate to be administered and finalised is set out below: Obtaining the Death Certificate - 1 month from date of death...
Are there any assets that cannot be covered in my Will?
There are many assets which cannot be covered in a Will. These include: Assets that are held jointly such as bank accounts, shares and property as joint proprietors, automatically pass to the surviving joint owner via survivorship laws...
When can I use a Power of Attorney that I am appointed on?
When you can commence acting as an Attorney will depend on the commencement date of the document. Enduring Powers of Attorney for financial matters will have a commencement date as either ‘immediately’, ‘upon incapacity’ or occasionally, ‘for a specific purpose’ (eg. to assist with the sale of a property).
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