
Why Your Inheritance Isn’t Safe Without a Valid Will
About this episode
What really happens when you don’t have a proper will in place? From state trustees taking control to long probate delays, contested estates and outdated super nominations, we cover the risks that can leave families exposed. If you want your wealth to end up where you intend, this episode will give you the clarity you need.
On this episode, we discuss:
(00:00) Intro
(00:43) Would You Trust The Government With Your Inheritance?
(01:23) Why Wills Matter More Now Than Ever
(01:43) The Rise Of Contested Wills And Probate Cases
(03:47) What Happens If You Have No Will: State Trustees Step In
(04:08) Nick’s Personal Story: State Trustees Controlling His Grandparents’ Estate
(06:41) The Tim Brigden Case: 3 Years Fighting Public Trustees
(08:23) Why Online Will Kits Cause Problems
(15:09) Crypto & Digital Assets: Lost Forever Without Access
(17:26) How To Talk To Your Parents About Their Wills
(18:11) Estate Planning Lawyers vs General Solicitors
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Nick Reilly
Jason Robinson
Martin Vidakovic
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