Dying without a will means you die intestate, and specific laws dictate how your wealth should be distributed. A proper estate plan protects your assets and provides for your family in the event of incapacitation or death. Good estate planning also ensures that ‘non-estate’ assets (including superannuation, life insurance, jointly owned assets and assets owned in a trust or companies). The right professional advice can make all the difference.
- Feel confident your loved ones are looked after
- Maintain control over which assets go to who
- Reduce tax liabilities on your estate so beneficiaries don’t inherit debt
- Minimise the chance of any successful challenges to your will
Ensure you’re in control of your estate, not anyone else.