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The Supreme Court has seen its biggest year-on-year increase in probate applications.

Fuss over new inheritance fees is much ado about nothing

If Victorians found themselves seriously panicked about the future of their inheritance this week, I’m not surprised.

  • Victoria Devine

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Michael Bar-Mordecai leaving the Supreme Court in 2004.

Struck-off doctor loses 42nd attempt to get his medical licence back

Michael Bar-Mordecai was struck off after it emerged he was having a relationship with an 83-year-old patient whose estate he tried to claim.

  • Kate McClymont
The late Andrew Findlay and his former partner Liz Kemp, who has launched proceedings in the NSW Supreme Court over his multimillion-dollar estate.

Former partner of wealthy Sydney businessman loses court battle over his estate

A Supreme Court judge has ruled that the children of Andrew Findlay should inherit his multimillion-dollar estate, not his estranged partner and their mother.

  • Andrew Hornery
With Baby Boomers getting older, we have a large wave of inheritance on the horizon.

How to avoid the ‘oldest daughter’ effect when inheriting money

Women in Australia are increasingly being tasked with managing the finances not just for their immediate family, but also for their parents.

  • Grace Bacon
If careful preparation has not been put in place, serious problems can emerge when a loved one dies.

Death and taxes are inevitable. Here’s how retirees can minimise the latter

If couples and families don’t put proper preparations in place, serious financial problems can emerge when a loved one dies.

  • Noel Whittaker
The late Andrew Findlay and his former partner Liz Kemp, who has launched proceedings in the NSW Supreme Court over his multimillion-dollar estate.

Battle of wills plays out over high-flyer’s $20 million estate

A mystery former lover, family feuds, a trophy home named Camelot and a tragedy which gripped the city all featured during the hearing played out in Courtroom 10D at Queens Square.

  • Andrew Hornery
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Twelve million Australians do not have a will, and 60 per cent have never given a thought to estate planning. That’s a serious situation.

Three things to keep in mind when planning your will

Twelve million Australians do not have a will, and 60 per cent have never given a thought to estate planning. That’s a serious situation.

  • Noel Whittaker
Younger generations are becoming more expectant of a sizable inheritance from their Boomer parents and grandparents.

How to retire happy and still leave your kids an inheritance

Many modern retirees are feeling tremendous pressure to pass money onto their children and grandchildren. Here’s how to manage expectations.

  • Bec Wilson
Forty per cent of retirees will struggle with the transition from full-time work to what comes next,

I have relatively simple finances, do I really need a will?

If you die without a will in place, your assets will be divvied up by the government – which can produce some unintended outcomes.

  • Noel Whittaker
Redlands woman Angela, centre, with daughter Freya and son Nils in happier times.

High-profile mayor settles deceased estate with woman’s family

Outgoing Redland City Mayor Karen Williams has settled a legal dispute over a late resident’s $486,000 estate.

  • Josh Bavas

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