Wrap Up Your Estate Planning Before You Wrap Your Gifts!

As the festive season quickly approaches, many of us are busy planning holidays, shopping for gifts, and preparing to celebrate with family and friends. Amid the excitement, it’s easy to overlook some of life’s most important tasks, like ensuring your estate planning is in order. Taking the time now to prepare or update your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) can give you peace of mind, knowing that your wishes will be honoured, and your loved ones protected.

What Are a Will, an EPOA, and Estate Planning?

Will

A Will is a legal document that specifies how your assets will be distributed after your death. It allows you to appoint an executor to manage your estate, nominate guardians for minor children, and outline your wishes regarding your property and possessions. Without a valid Will, your estate will be distributed according to Queensland’s intestacy laws, which may not align with your personal preferences.

Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA)

An EPOA is a legal document that enables you to appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so. This can include financial, personal, and health decisions. An EPOA is critical for ensuring that your affairs are managed according to your wishes, particularly in cases of illness or incapacity.

Estate Planning

Estate planning goes beyond just writing a Will and includes strategies to manage your assets during your lifetime and distribute them after your death. It may involve setting up trusts, tax planning, and ensuring provisions for specific family needs. Effective estate planning helps minimise disputes, reduce financial risks, and provide for your loved ones in the way you intend.

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Why Is Estate Planning Important?

• Protects Your Loved Ones: A well-crafted estate plan ensures your family is taken care of and can help avoid unnecessary conflict during difficult times.
• Minimises Legal Issues: Without a proper Will or Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), the legal process of distributing your estate or managing your affairs can become lengthy, stressful, and expensive.
• Preserves Your Wishes: An estate plan ensures your assets are distributed the way you intend, and your preferences for personal and health decisions are honoured.
• Provides Peace of Mind: Knowing that everything is legally arranged gives you and your family peace of mind.

Why Act Before Christmas?

Christmas is a time for family, and it’s also a reminder of how important it is to secure their future. By organising your estate planning now, you can:

• Avoid the holiday rush and secure a quick turnaround.
• Prevent unnecessary stress for your family in the future.
• Ensure everything is legally compliant and up to date.

How Aylward Game Solicitors Can Help

At Aylward Game Solicitors, we understand that life is busy, especially as the year draws to a close. Our experienced team can help you get your Will, EPOA, and broader estate planning documents finalised efficiently and tailored to your needs.

What We Offer:

Tailored Estate Planning Solutions:

• Simple Wills: Perfect for straightforward estates.
• Testamentary Trust Wills: Ideal for those with larger estates or young families seeking added layers of protection and flexibility for beneficiaries. (For more info click here)

Convenient Locations and Services:

We offer convenient locations and services to suit your needs, with offices located in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. For added flexibility, we also provide home visits, ensuring that you can access our services in the most convenient way possible.

Quick Turnaround:

Our efficient processes ensure your documents are completed promptly, giving you peace of mind before the holiday season.

Why Choose Aylward Game Solicitors?

Our team brings years of expertise in estate planning, ensuring your documents are drafted with precision and care. We offer flexibility to cater to your specific needs, whether you require a simple Will or a complex testamentary trust. Our personalised service means we take the time to understand your unique circumstances and goals, providing tailored advice to suit your situation. With multiple office locations and the option for home visits, we make it convenient for you to access our services wherever you are.

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FAQs About Wills, EPOAs, and Estate Planning

What is a Will, and why do I need one?

A Will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Without one, Queensland’s intestacy laws determine how your estate is divided, which may not reflect your preferences.

What is an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA)?

An EPOA allows you to appoint someone to manage your financial, personal, and health decisions if you lose capacity or in other circumstances where you may require assistance.

How long does it take to complete a Will and EPOA?

At Aylward Game Solicitors, we pride ourselves on our quick turnaround. Simple Wills and EPOAs can often be completed within 1-2 weeks.

Do you offer assistance with complex estate planning?

Yes! We can help with testamentary trust Wills and other strategies to protect your assets and meet your family’s needs.

How do I get started?

Contact Aylward Game Solicitors today to book your consultation. Let us help you protect your loved ones and give you peace of mind heading into the new year.

Start the new year with confidence. Call us or visit our Brisbane or Gold Coast offices to finalise your estate planning before Christmas!