DUTIES OF AN EXECUTOR

DUTIES OF AN EXECUTOR

If you’ve been appointed as an Executor of someone’s estate, do you know what your duties are?  The task of being the Executor is not always straightforward, and coupled with the emotions of having lost a family member or friend; the task can seem even more...
THE NEW ADVANCE CARE DIRECTIVES

THE NEW ADVANCE CARE DIRECTIVES

Prior to 1 July 2014, the provisions under the Guardianship and Administration Act (SA) 1993 enabled you to appoint a person to act as your guardian, pursuant to an Enduring Power of Guardianship document.  Once appointed, your guardian was then able to make personal...
BEWARE “DO-IT-YOURSELF” WILLS

BEWARE “DO-IT-YOURSELF” WILLS

Having searched the internet, it’s not hard to find any number of Do It Yourself “DIY” Will kits for purchase at a relatively low cost.  Even at the Post Office, DIY Will kits are strategically placed along the serving line, leaving you to ponder whether you should...
POWER OF ATTORNEY – DO YOU NEED ONE?

POWER OF ATTORNEY – DO YOU NEED ONE?

There is an increasing need to become self-reliant and responsible in planning for your future as it is not possible to anticipate all the challenges that you may face – at any age.  Severe mental illness or the need to be out of the country are just some of the...
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