Category: Wills & Powers of Attorney

Why are Wills contested? When it comes to making your Will people who are single, and without children or financial dependants, are free to do what they like with their estate, that is, they may leave their estate as  they wish. For those with a spouse, partner, children, or step-children you have a responsibility to […]

We were recently asked by someone, “Why do I need to make a Will? I don’t have anything. I have a few dollars and a house in joint names and that’s it.” You might be in a similar position to this person. You might own your home (with or without a mortgage), as well as some personal effects, household contents, moneys in the bank, a car and superannuation.