The Australian Guide to Wills and Estate Planning

Where will your wealth go when you go? Get peace of mind for you and your family with current and valid estate planning. The Australian Guide to Wills and Estate Planning helps you leave your wealth to your selected beneficiaries, avoid family disagreements and protect your financial legacy. This plain-English guide makes estate planning easy--providing exactly what you need to know to get started. Wills and estates expert Andrew Simpson shares his extensive knowledge to help answer your questions and prepare for the future today. From planning your retirement, to writing a will, to distributing your assets, each aspect of estate planning is highlighted by informative case studies, practical examples and easy-to-read explanations. This guide will help you: understand the vital aspects of the estate planning process know what to look for when choosing a professional estate planner minimise tax burdens for yourself and your family use trusts to safeguard your assets protect your will from legal challenges. With the latest financial and tax guidelines, this is a must-have resource for anyone seeking to confidently pass on their wealth to future generations.