Question: “My husband has passed away recently, and we did not write a Will before. We have no children. My husband has some savings, investments, and one property which is under his own name.” Answer: In this scenario, your husband is said to have died intestate. His estate will be distributed according...
“I’m Mr. Wong, 55 years old, and I have been invested in the world of cryptocurrency for some time now. Over the years, I’ve accumulated a significant amount of digital assets and firmly believe in their long-term value. My concern is how to ensure these assets are properly passed down to my son, Adam, after...
When it comes to planning for the future, many people often ask, “Can I write my own Will? Is doing it myself sufficient?” or “Why should I spend money on a professional Will writing service?” I think this is a general misconception by the public and let me explain it in detail. Can You...
Let me share our estate planner’s experience, as they are often asked during policy reviews with their clients, “What happens if there is no nomination made in my insurance policy?” I feel it is necessary to explain this in detail. a. Payment to the Applicant with Legal Documents If no nomination is made,...
Understanding the Impact on Your Investments Imagine Alex, an experienced investor from Malaysia, who has amassed a diversified portfolio in both Malaysia and Singapore. If Alex were to pass away, what would happen to his investments and the dividends they generate? Without a Will If Alex has not prepared a Will, his...
First, allow me to explain the concept of guardianship. Guardianship is a legal concept that plays a vital role in ensuring the welfare and protection of children below 18 and who are unable to manage their own affairs in Malaysia. It is governed by the Guardianship of Infants Act 1961. Next, let us...
I recently received a call from our company’s estate planner. During our conversation, he informed me about an issue encountered with one of his clients. He provided a brief background of the situation: Madam Siow, aged 56, has two sons, Alan (age 26) and Eric (age 30), and was divorced two years ago. She made...
I recently discovered an interesting conversation between our professional estate planner and Mr. Wong, a diligent accountant deeply invested in securing his family’s future. During our discussion, Mr. Wong raised a crucial question: Why is life insurance important? I realize that many of you might wonder why life insurance is important in financial planning and...
Mr. Lim, a successful businessman, committed to providing for his family – his wife, Mei Ling, and their son, Wei. Despite losing his parents long ago, he was determined to secure a stable future for his own. However, he forgot one important thing: making a will. He thought he had plenty of time to sort...
Emily Tan, a retired teacher from Kuala Lumpur, has always been passionate about education and humanitarian work. As she plans her estate, she wants to ensure that her values and passions are reflected in her legacy. Emily decides to include charitable donations in her Will. Through Will Emily identifies World Vision Malaysia, a charity...
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