WealthPersonal FinanceEstate planningPrint articleOpinionDon’t repeat this estate planning mistake by Robert Holmes a CourtAustralia’s first billionaire died of a heart attack in 1990 at the age of 53. The problem was he didn’t leave a valid will.James WeirContributorApr 8, 2025 – 10.08amSaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy linkCopiedEmailLinkedInTwitterFacebookCopy linkCopiedShare via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? LoginRobert Holmes a Court, the legendary Australian businessman, had something in common with Prince, the legendary American musician: they both died without a will.And it caused no end of headaches for their families.Loading...James Weir is a director of Steward Wealth.SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy linkCopiedEmailLinkedInTwitterFacebookCopy linkCopiedShare via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? LoginLicense articleIntroducing your NewsfeedFollow the topics, people and companies that matter to you.Find out moreRead MoreEstate planningOpinionSmart InvestorAFR WeekendInheritanceLatest In Personal financeFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In WealthThe Australian Financial Review MagazineThe top whisky you can buy without going on a waiting listMax AllenThe luxury travel trend you probably haven’t consideredThe restaurant that’s turning back the clock (in the best way)BOSS Financial ReviewThis CEO relies on his dog for emotional supportLauren SamsHow Matt Comyn starts his dayFrom stopping thieves in the GFC to running a $1b company, via The StarLife & LeisureHow uber-wealthy clients choose their high jewelleryJessica BeresfordFive great drops to make you rethink Californian winesThis ‘safe’ alternative to opioids is attracting big backersRich ListBillionaires Escalante and Arnaout taking liberties with ASICPrimrose RiordanCinema giant flags part-sale of Sydney’s George Street complexAnnie Cannon-Brookes steps out on her own
