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07/10/2026

What happens if you can't manage your affairs? Learn how an Enduring Power of Attorney helps you plan ahead.

General information only. Not legal advice.

05/10/2026

Here are five estate-planning documents worth reviewing. Which ones apply to you depends entirely on your circumstances. Save this post as a quick checklist.

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02/10/2026

Not sure which legal documents your family needs? Your estate plan may include a Will, Power of Attorney, Enduring Guardianship, Testamentary Trust, and more—depending on your circumstances.

This October, AussieLegal is breaking down family legal documents in plain English, one document at a time.

Start planning your family’s future. Visit www.aussielegal.com.au to learn more.

General information only. Not legal advice. Requirements vary between states and territories.

30/09/2026

September challenge complete. Before we close The Spring Legal Reset, let’s check your score.

Have you got your legal affairs in order?

As we head into the “Ber” months, let this be your reminder to get ahead and take care of the legal matters you’ve been meaning to sort out before the year wraps up.

Save this post as your reminder and follow AussieLegal for more practical, plain-English guidance to help you stay on top of your legal health.

28/09/2026

Modern Australian families come in all shapes and sizes. A blended family might include:

✔ Your children

✔ Your partner's children

✔ Children you share together

✔ A previous spouse

✔ Property brought into the relationship

✔ Different financial commitments

✔ Superannuation

✔ Different expectations about what happens in the future

That's why estate planning for blended families can deserve more careful thought than a simple: “Everything goes to my partner.”

The goal isn't to make estate planning complicated. It's to make sure your documents reflect the family you actually have — and the outcome you actually want.

If your relationship or family structure has changed since your Will was written, make reviewing it part of your Spring Legal Reset. Explore AussieLegal's Will preparation options at http://aussielegal.com.au.

General information only — not legal advice.

25/09/2026

“I already have a Will.” That's great. But different documents are designed for different situations. The exact documents and terminology can vary between Australian States and Territories, which is why an estate plan deserves more thought than downloading one generic form.

Save these four cards and use them as your household document checklist. Next week we're talking about blended families — and why one-size-fits-all estate planning can become complicated.

General information only — not legal advice.

25/09/2026

How much does a BFA actually cost in Australia?

The answer depends on who drafts it and how. Fixed-fee options start from $3,795. At a traditional firm, the same agreement can cost $15,000+.

Our guide explains what drives the cost. And why the cheapest option can end up the most expensive.

📖 https://aussielegal.com.au/cost-of-a-bfa-in-australia/

The cost of a BFA in Australia depends on the hourly-rate firms charge, $8,000–$15,000+ for the same outcome. Here's why the gap exists.

23/09/2026

You've written a Will. Excellent. But your Will isn't automatically the whole estate-planning picture.

One area Australians commonly overlook is superannuation. Your super doesn't automatically form part of your estate simply because you have a Will.

That's why it's worth checking:
✔ Who your super fund currently records as your beneficiary
✔ What kind of nomination you've made
✔ Whether it is still current
✔ Whether your circumstances have changed

Think: Marriage. Separation. A new relationship. Children. Death of a beneficiary. Major life changes are a good reminder to review both your Will and your super arrangements.

Your Spring Legal Reset task today: log into your super account and check your beneficiary details. Then save this Reel so you remember why it matters.

General information only — not legal or financial advice.

23/09/2026

A binding financial agreement is not just a prenup, and it is not just for the wealthy. Couples living together, remarrying, or bringing a business or property into a relationship all use them to set expectations in advance.

Get help from AussieLegal → https://aussielegal.com.au/bfa-more-than-just-a-prenup/

A BFA is more than just a prenup; not just for the wealthy or the about-to-marry. Here’s what a BFA does, who needs one, and how to make it stick.

21/09/2026

You've had the conversation. You've worked through the numbers. You both know who's keeping what. That's an important step.

But an informal agreement between former partners isn't necessarily the same as formally finalising your financial arrangements.

Property settlement can involve much more than the house:

✔ Property

✔ Savings

✔ Vehicles

✔ Investments

✔ Debts

✔ Superannuation

✔ Business interests

Depending on the circumstances, options for formalising an agreement can include Consent Orders or a Binding Separation Agreement. The right option depends on the situation.
Already reached an agreement? Don't leave the formalisation until “later”. Explore your document options at http://aussielegal.com.au .

General information only — not legal advice.