Did you ever wonder what will happen to you after you pass away, especially if you do not have a Will? Frequently, it sometimes seems that having a Will may be more effort than it’s worth.
Do pets form part of the asset pool?
Frequently we refer to pets as our ‘fur babies’ and we treat them as our children and part of our family, but you may wonder what happens in the event of separation.
Studies have shown that most Australians under the age of 50 do not have a current or valid Will. Many people believe that a Will is something only necessary in your advanced years. For most this line of thought is incorrect. Having a valid Will can be as important for young Australians as for their parents.
One of the main reasons why everyone requires a Will is our “Intestacy” laws. Essentially, if you don’t have a valid Will, under the Administration Act 1903 (WA) you’ll have no say in how or to whom your estate is distributed.
Daffodil Day falls on the last Friday of August every year. To all those affected by cancer, Daffodil Day represents hope for a future free from cancer. Daffodil Day is a chance for Australians to come together to change the lives of people impacted by cancer by funding research towards its prevention. In 2020, the Daffodil Day Appeal raised almost $1.5 million for life-saving research that aims to assist the 150,000 Australians diagnosed with cancer every year and the many more currently afflicted by this disease.
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