Appointing a Power of Attorney
Who should I appoint as my Power of Attorney? An Attorney can have enormous power over your financial affairs. You should choose an Attorney whom you trust and who will…
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Special Disability Trust
What is a Special Disability Trust? A Special Disability Trust is a trust created in a Will for a beneficiary who has a severe disability. Special Disability Trusts provide for…
Appointing an Enduring Guardian
Who should I appoint as my Enduring Guardian? The person you appoint as your enduring guardian must be at least 18 years old and someone you trust to make decisions…
When Does Enduring Guardianship Start?
When does the appointment of Enduring Guardian take effect? The appointment of your enduring guardian takes effect only if you become unable to make your own personal or lifestyle decisions.…
Taxation Benefits of Testamentary Trust
What are the taxation benefits of a Testamentary Trust? As a Testamentary Trust allows trustees to distribute and split income at their discretion, this allows them to do so with…
What is a Testamentary Trust?
What is a Testamentary Trust? Do I need one? A testamentary trust is a trust created pursuant to your Will. There are different types of testamentary trusts, including: Discretionary trusts;…