We all know that making a valid Will means our estate will be handled the way we want, plus is optimised for our loved ones ­- yet nearly half of us don’t have one. Law changes in NSW that might see everything go to an estranged spouse, could, however, be the impetus to change that.

Intestacy law in New South Wales will change from March 2010, part of bringing succession laws across Australia into line. States that haven’t followed suit, soon will. (more…)