by Dr Edgar Paltzer | Sep 2, 2025 | Finance
Estate planning in general can be a complicated process, and even more so when it comes to blended families. Blended families are formed when two people enter a relationship, bringing with them children from a previous relationship. However, there are several key...
by Dr Edgar Paltzer | Jun 24, 2025 | Law, Legal Support
While an inheritance can be a very special gift, it can also be the cause of serious family conflict, resulting in rifts between family members and destroying an individual’s peace of mind or financial security. Issues such as, for example, misplaced beliefs and...
by Dr Edgar Paltzer | Jul 27, 2023 | Law, Legal Support
The term ‘inheritance’ refers to the assets bequeathed by an individual to their loved ones when they pass away. An inheritance may comprise cash, investments (such as bonds or stocks) and other assets like automobiles, art, jewellery, real estate and antiques. It’s...
by Dr Edgar Paltzer | Oct 16, 2020 | Law
A last will and testament is a legal document that establishes the wishes of the deceased in terms of how their assets should be divided among heirs following their death. However, in many jurisdictions, a surviving spouse may have rights that supersede the will. Laws...
by Dr Edgar Paltzer | Oct 9, 2020 | Business
When someone dies, there are various legal processes that must be put into action to handle their affairs and distribute their estate. The exact procedure may vary between jurisdictions, and many aspects of the estate handling process need to be carried out in a...
