WNB Legal

I have recently been approached by a family member for advice in relation to their father’s situation and since it is a variation of a story I hear quite often, think it’s a good topic for my article this month. The scenario is that Dad is getting older and a ...

As we all bask in the post-covid lockdown freedom and life appears to finally be getting back to something that looks like the pre-2020 “normal”, there are still some lingering effects from the lockdown that may continue for a while, including the ability for some to work remotely. A lot ...

It’s becoming more and more popular for retirees to consider moving into a relocatable home in a residential park rather than investing in a smaller residential property for their retirement. Usually, the resident owns the relocatable home but leases the land where it is situated from the park operator with ...

Christmas is coming and there is always that one person who is really hard to buy for, so the trusty gift card seems like the answer. It’s usually loaded with an amount of money that the recipient can use for goods and services at the store/s specified on the card ...

Following on from my previous column on the problems with Post Office Will Kits, I am going to get on my soap box again in relation to do-it-yourself online wills. You’ve probably seen those Facebook ads for online will services where they advertise things like “Write your Will without the ...

It is common practice for partners who purchase real estate together to purchase the property as joint tenants. By purchasing the property as joint tenants, it means that if one partner passes away, the other becomes the sole owner of that property. While most people seem to understand the right ...

With more and more people doing it tough with inflation, the ever-increasing cost of fuel, and interest rates creeping up, unfortunately, there are some people that have debts that they will not be able to pay. So, what can you do if you are served with a letter of demand? ...

We all know what a regular mortgage looks like. You take out a loan with a bank to get the finance to purchase a home, then pay off the loan with interest over time while having the benefit of living in the property and treating it as your own, subject ...

As a solicitor that regularly deals with claims whether its for injuries, insurance benefits, death benefits, superannuation or otherwise for my clients, I never underestimate the value of a correctly completed claim form. Most claim forms look simple – fill in your name, contact details, answer the questions and hit ...

As you already know if you have read my previous articles, I am a big advocate of everyone having a will. But as a solicitor who also advises and assists executors with estate administration, I recommend that you seek legal advice when preparing your will to ensure it covers your ...

I am too often approached by family members or friends of elderly people for advice as to what can be done when someone has stepped in, supposedly to act in the elderly persons interests, but others suspect they may be taking advantage of that person. Unfortunately, elder financial abuse is ...

In light of the recent flood devastation experienced by our neighbours in the Northern Rivers, I’m going to take the opportunity to discuss insurance property damage claims. Before making any claim, review your Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) to clarify what is covered under your policy. Request the PDS from your ...