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Protection, Risk and the Cost of Getting It Wrong Financial Agreements, commonly called BFAs, “prenups” or “postnups”, are a growing trend, becoming increasingly popular in Western Australia. With people entering relationships later in life, buying property together, receiving inheritances and building businesses, many couples want greater certainty about what will happen if they separate. A BFA can be made before, during or after a marriage or de facto relationship. If i

Why a Falling Property Market Might ACTUALLY Be Good News If you are separating, discovering that your home is worth less may feel like bad news. In family-law property settlements, however, a falling market can sometimes make the practical steps of dividing property or refinancing the home and buying somewhere new more achievable than they first appear. For couples trying to untangle their financial lives, the headline value of the house is only one part of the story. What o

For many people, a dog or cat is far more than just another possession. Fur babies offer companionship, comfort and a sense of stability. They become part of our daily routines and, in many households, they are considered valued members of the family. So when a relationship breaks down, one of the most emotional questions can be: who gets the pet?