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 ReviewHow Matt Comyn starts his daySally Patten and Lap PhanFrom stopping thieves in the GFC to running a $1b company, via The StarNew MP Mary Aldred urges business to help women into the LiberalsLife & LeisureThis ‘safe’ alternative to opioids is attracting big backersLuke BenedictusWhat’s the difference between $40 jeans and $400 jeans?This elusive fashion designer is finally stepping into the spotlightRich ListCinema giant flags part-sale of Sydney’s George Street complexSarah PettyAnnie Cannon-Brookes steps out on her ownLuxury home sales take off as Australians get richer
