Estate planning
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.
- by Andrew Hornery
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Financial planning
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.
- by Grace Bacon
Opinion
Opinion
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.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Tragedy
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.
- by Andrew Hornery
Opinion
Opinion
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.
- by Noel Whittaker
Opinion
Inheritance
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.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
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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.
- by Noel Whittaker
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.
- by Josh Bavas
Opinion
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How can I stop my kids from contesting my will?
You may not be able to prevent it entirely, but there are many things you can do when drawing up a will to make contesting it difficult.
- by Noel Whittaker
New York’s $US140m family feud that’s like Succession – but starring women
A once-close Italian clan, a luxury jewellery brand – and a nasty legal battle.
- by Anne McElvoy
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I lost my pension when my husband died. Can I get it back?
When drawing up a will, it’s worth considering the impact it will have on your partner’s pension.
- by Noel Whittaker
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