by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Jun 16, 2021 | Estate Planning, News, Probate
What is Probate? Probate is an Order of the Supreme Court confirming that the deceased’s Will is valid. Whether or not you need a Grant of Probate depends on the type and value of assets held by the person at the time they passed away. To find out more about whether...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Jun 15, 2021 | Estate Planning, News, Probate
Probate is an Order of the Supreme Court confirming that the deceased’s Will is valid. Whether or not you need a Grant of Probate depends on the type and value of assets held by the person at the time they passed away. To find out more about whether you need a Grant...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Nov 23, 2020 | Estate Planning, News
If a person close to you has recently passed away and you have been left out of the Will, we look at what options you may have and whether you are entitled to a share of their estate. Did the person die with a Will? If the answer to this question is yes, then...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Sep 8, 2020 | Estate Planning, News
If you have assets in multiple states across Australia, do you need a Will and Power of Attorney drafted in each state? Wills The laws covering Wills in Australia are regulated on a state by state basis meaning that each state has their own legislation...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Aug 13, 2020 | Estate Planning, News, Probate
The first question that we are usually asked when a person is seeking assistance with a deceased estate is whether or not a Grant of Probate is needed. The answer to this depends on the type and value of assets held by the person at the time they passed away. The...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Aug 3, 2020 | Estate Planning, News
If you have a Will in place it is a good idea to let the person who you have chosen to take control of your assets and wishes upon your death (the Executor) know where the original Will is held. Where should you look first? If the Will was prepared by a lawyer,...
