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Estate planning in plain English

Practical guides for Singapore families navigating wills, CPF, LPAs, and more.

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Why most Singaporeans die without a will — and what happens next

Only a small fraction of Singapore residents have a valid will. We break down what happens to your estate under the Intestate Succession Act, and why procrastination is the most expensive estate planning mistake you can make.

12 Mar 2025·6 min read
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CPF & retirement

CPF nominations: the one thing most families get wrong

Your CPF savings do not form part of your estate. Without a nomination, they go to the Public Trustee — not automatically to your family. Here's how to fix that in 15 minutes.

3 Mar 2025·4 min read
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Legal tools

A complete guide to the Lasting Power of Attorney in Singapore

An LPA is one of the most important legal documents you can have — yet fewer than 5% of Singaporeans have filed one. We explain what it does, who needs it, and how to get one done through the OPG.

20 Feb 2025·8 min read
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Muslim estates

Estate planning for Muslim families in Singapore: Faraid, wasiat, and hibah explained

Muslim estates in Singapore are governed by Islamic inheritance law (Faraid), not the Intestate Succession Act. We explain how Faraid works, what a wasiat can and can't do, and when to consult a Syariah-certified professional.

10 Feb 2025·7 min read
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Digital assets

What happens to your crypto, email, and social accounts when you die?

Digital assets are the most overlooked part of any estate plan. From Bitcoin wallets to Gmail accounts to Grab credits, we cover what can be recovered, what can't, and how to document access for your loved ones.

28 Jan 2025·5 min read
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For executors

Named executor of a Singapore estate? Here's exactly what to do

Being named executor is an honour and a responsibility. This step-by-step guide walks you through obtaining Grant of Probate, notifying banks and CPF, and distributing assets — in plain language.

15 Jan 2025·9 min read
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