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Estate Equalisation and Other Knowledge Gaps in Insurance

When wealth is tied up in a business, farm, or property, insurance needs to do more than provide a payout. Estate equalisation, business succession, debt exposure, and beneficiary arrangements all require careful planning to ensure assets can transfer as intended without creating financial strain, family disputes, or forced asset sales. This article explores the often-overlooked gaps between insurance, estate planning, and business structures, and why integrating these elements is critical to protecting family wealth across generations.

Not all Trusts are the Same

The Federal Budget’s 30% minimum tax on certain Discretionary Trust distributions could reduce the tax-planning benefits of Family Trusts. While the changes are not intended to apply to genuine Testamentary Trusts, they may prompt many Australians to review their estate planning and trust structures.