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Yes it's more paperwork than you need, but here are some suggestions to make changing banks a little bit easier. Disclai...
28/09/2023

Yes it's more paperwork than you need, but here are some suggestions to make changing banks a little bit easier.
Disclaimer: this is general information only, for specific advice please speak to a lawyer.

I'm scared to tell you this, but you need to know that your parents won't be around forever. While estate planning, your...
15/08/2023

I'm scared to tell you this, but you need to know that your parents won't be around forever.

While estate planning, your parents can often be the first choice for guardians, attorneys or trustees if the unexpected were to happen to you. However, as they age they may no longer be able to step into your shoes, and you need to consider a Plan C.

If you currently have your parents in these 'back-up' roles and you think it's time for an update, then message me for a time to have a chat. I can help you find the best people to include in your plan, to make the worst case scenarios a little bit easier.
Disclaimer: this post is for general information only, for specific advice please contact a lawyer.

It feels today like spring is just around the corner in Hamilton. If you're hitting the open homes this sunny Sunday aft...
06/08/2023

It feels today like spring is just around the corner in Hamilton. If you're hitting the open homes this sunny Sunday afternoon, make sure you have your ducks in a row before you sign anything! Selling and buying houses should be (mostly) fun, and you want to be fully confident that you have the best advice during this process.
Disclaimer: this post is for general information only, for specific advice please contact a lawyer.

If your circumstances have changed over the years, then your will might need updating so that it still reflects your wis...
03/06/2023

If your circumstances have changed over the years, then your will might need updating so that it still reflects your wishes. When you sign a new updated will, it revokes your previous will. You should review your will (or get a will) when any of these big life events happen:

- You have children
- You buy a house
- You enter into a relationship
- You end a relationship

Otherwise, it's a good idea to have a look at your will every few years.

If you think that your old will might need to be reviewed, then I'd be happy to help you with this!
Disclaimer: this is general information only, for specific advice please speak to a lawyer.

If a lawyer has helped you prepare a will, then they will usually keep your original will for safekeeping. There is no o...
09/05/2023

If a lawyer has helped you prepare a will, then they will usually keep your original will for safekeeping.

There is no official registry of wills in New Zealand, so it's important that you let your loved ones know where your original will is kept.

You should be given a copy of your will which will indicate where the original will is being held.
Disclaimer: this post is for general information only, please contact a lawyer for specific advice.

Peace of mind for parents. I've been signing a lot of wills and enduring powers of attorneys with families this week, wh...
05/05/2023

Peace of mind for parents.

I've been signing a lot of wills and enduring powers of attorneys with families this week, which is the last step in the estate planning process.

So happy for these parents who can smuggly go into the next few years without this important task on their to-do list! Even more pleased that if the worst were to happen, their instructions are recorded and the process for their loved ones will be kinder.

01/05/2023

Based in Hamilton NZ, Che assists clients with all matters relating to property transactions.

To be valid, your will must:✒️Be in writing,✒️Made by you while you are mentally capable and not being coerced,✒️Signed ...
01/05/2023

To be valid, your will must:

✒️Be in writing,
✒️Made by you while you are mentally capable and not being coerced,
✒️Signed at the end of the document by you and two witnesses, with all three of you being present to see each other sign, and
✒️Intended by you to take effect as a will

However, if your will doesn't meet all of these requirements then a court may still declare it a valid will in certain circumstances.
Disclaimer: this post is general information only, please contact a lawyer for specific advice.

I'm helping both families and individuals with co-ownership at the moment, it's an exciting way for them to own somethin...
12/04/2023

I'm helping both families and individuals with co-ownership at the moment, it's an exciting way for them to own something they never thought possible.

However, it's not without its pitfalls. Here are some awkward little conversations to have with your friends or family if you're looking at buying property together.

Sometimes people assume that the people they write down in their will can make decisions on their behalf if they lose ca...
01/03/2023

Sometimes people assume that the people they write down in their will can make decisions on their behalf if they lose capacity. However, your will doesn't get pulled out unless you've passed away. Enduring Powers of Attorney are the documents which appoint attorneys to make decisions on your behalf while your still alive.

It's completely understandable if you don't have a full set of estate planning documents, finding the time and money to get everything in order can be tricky. But if you're ready, then feel free to get in touch to find out more.
Disclaimer: this post is for general information only, please contact a lawyer for specific advice.

There are good reasons why you don't have perfectly up-to-date estate planning documents:1️⃣ You know wills and enduring...
16/02/2023

There are good reasons why you don't have perfectly up-to-date estate planning documents:

1️⃣ You know wills and enduring powers of attorney are important but they don't seem as urgent as the million other household tasks.
2️⃣ You don't have a schedule which allows you both to drive kid-free into the city to see a lawyer at 11am on a Tuesday.
3️⃣ You have know idea how much all of this costs.

However, if you're sick of having this on your to-do list then I can help by:

1️⃣ Taking on some of the mental load
2️⃣ Being flexible with after-hours and mobile meetings
3️⃣ Providing fixed up-front costs (PM me for my fees)

Couples often assume that if one person loses mental capacity, the other would be able to step in and act on their behal...
30/01/2023

Couples often assume that if one person loses mental capacity, the other would be able to step in and act on their behalf.

However, someone can only make decisions for you if you've appointed them in an Enduring Power of Attorney document while you were still mentally capable. Otherwise, they're applying to court to be appointed your welfare guardian and/or property manager, and they really don't need the added stress and cost of that.

People usually sort their Enduring Powers of Attorney at the same time as their Wills, and there are two types - one for property, and the other for your personal care and welfare. If you want to know more, feel free to message me.
Disclaimer: this post is for general information only, for specific legal advice please contact your lawyer.

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