divorce

Tools & guides

When it comes to divorce and separation, Alex Koodrin examines why it is important to talk with clients about the implications for life insurance sooner rather than later...

Financial planning

Australians urged to write will

Nearly 20 per cent of Australians have not made a will nor plan to make one in the future, opening up the potential for confusion in the event of their death. ...

Financial planning

Bezos divorce offers lesson for planners

The complicated nature of the divorce settlement of the Amazon chief executive has prompted a family law firm to offer guidance on how separating couples can keep a share...

Superannuation

Funds cautious on divorce super splits

Superannuation funds have no desire to become compulsory third parties to divorce proceedings....

Financial planning

Advisers crucial in divorce planning

Getting help from a financial adviser can be just as crucial as speaking to a lawyer during divorce proceedings, according to Cardena Private Wealth’s Iain Reid....

Expert Analysis

Income protection divorce settlements - benefit commutations

With income protection insurance benefit commutations becoming increasingly prevalent and calls from the insured and advisers seeking assistance growing, Col Fullagar pro...

Financial planning

Divorcees take five years to financially recover

The super balances for divorced mothers were 68 per cent lower than married mothers and divorced fathers had 60 per cent less super than married fathers, according to AMP...