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Power of Appropriation and Asset Distribution in NSW Estates
26th June, 2026 When a person dies in New South Wales (NSW), their assets form their estate and are managed by an executor. The executor must distribute the estate...
Do Annuities Affect Estate Planning in NSW?
17th July, 2026 Annuities are a retirement income option that some Australians consider when planning for their future. However, many people are unsure how an annuity interacts with their...
What Happens If All Beneficiaries Pass Away Before I Die in NSW?
10th July, 2026 A carefully prepared Will sets out who should receive your assets after your death and can reduce uncertainty for your loved ones. However, life does not...
Can a Property Sale Be Stopped During an Estate Dispute in NSW?
3rd July, 2026 Property sales from deceased estates in New South Wales (NSW) can become complicated when disputes arise between beneficiaries or family members. Property sales can be stopped...
How Conveyancing and Estate Planning Work Together
18th June, 2026 Buying or selling property often marks a major life change. However, many people focus only on the transaction itself. They may overlook how property decisions...
Why an Equal Will Doesn’t Always Mean an Equal Inheritance
11th June, 2026 Many people believe that leaving their estate equally among their children will prevent disputes. However, estate matters are rarely that simple. The circumstances surrounding gifts made...
Can You Make a Will in Australia If You Are Not a Citizen?
14th April, 2026 Many people living in Australia are permanent residents or visa holders. Therefore, Australian citizenship often becomes an important consideration when preparing a valid Will. The...
Remote Work and Your Employment Contract
7th April, 2026 The Shift Towards Remote Work Working from home is now a standard feature across many roles in New South Wales. Rising fuel prices have also...
Property Law Case Spotlight: Muschinski v Dodds
26th March, 2026 The High Court decision in Muschinski v Dodds (1985) 160 CLR 583 is an important case in Australian property law. It helps courts decide what happens...
Reverse Mortgages and Estate Planning in NSW
14th March, 2026 Many Australians reach retirement with significant wealth tied up in their home. However, retirement income does not always keep up with rising living costs. As...
Life Insurance & Estate Planning in Australia
1st March, 2026 Life insurance is often a key part of estate planning. However, many Australians wonder whether family members can contest life insurance payouts. Understanding how life...
Frequent Flyer Points in Wills and Estate Planning
20th February, 2026 When preparing a Will, most people focus on property, physical assets, bank accounts and superannuation. However, frequent flyer points are often forgotten. Although they are...
Acknowledgement of Country
Castrikum Adams Legal acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the Arakwal people, the Minjungbal people and the Widjabul people of the Bundjalung Nation, and pay our respects to elders past and present.