More and more people are being proactive these days to ensure their affairs will be in order upon death by having their Will prepared and seeking succession advice. However it is still a daunting and difficult thought for some. Unfortunately death is inevitable for all. Despite the value of your...
In April, the National Cabinet announced the Mandatory Code of Conduct for leases affected by the COVID-19 crisis, particularly small and medium sized commercial tenants. The Code aims to create an environment where landlords and tenants can negotiate in good faith and reach agreements about rent during the crisis. It...
Conveyancing deals with the transfer of ownership of a property. A conveyancer in Cairns acts for you when it comes time to sell, buy or transfer a property. WHAT DOES A CONVEYANCER DO? A conveyancer's duties include, but are not limited to: Reviewing your Contract of sale Advising you of...
A Will maker appoints an Executor who will be their representative upon death and they will be entrusted with ensuring that the wishes and instructions stated in Will are fulfilled. The Executor calls in assets, pays liabilities and distributes the estate to the beneficiaries. An Executor could be a...
A Grant of Probate is the document which issues from the Supreme Court and which gives executors the authority to act. In Queensland, the Probate also recognises that the Will is the last Will of the deceased, is legally valid and that the Executors are entitled to administer the Estate...
