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LEGAL MATTERS

with Aaron Ball from Shorestone Legal

HEALTH & FITNESS

with James Prasser from Fitstop Nundah

Can an ex claim some of your inheritance? Hot tips to avoid the end of year blow out

What happens if you or your ex-partner has received an inheritance? Can an ex-partner claim some or all of it? Of course every case is unique, so there’s rarely a simple answer to this question. That’s why it’s important that you always get comprehensive legal advice when ending a long-term relationship.

In many cases, however, the answer is both yes… and no!

Depending on the length of your relationship, and the contributions each party has made including both financial (e.g. wages or other income) and non-financial (e.g. as parenting and homemaker), inheritances are usually included as an asset of the relationship and dealt with like other assets and liabilities when separating. However, depending on when the inheritance was received and some other relevant factors, it will usually be retained by the beneficiary named in the will.

Inheritances are just one of the many legal complexities many people don’t think about when dividing their assets. If you have recently separated, call Shorestone Legal for a free consultation and legal advice specifically about your situation.

Aaron Ball, Principal Solicitor | Shorestone Legal shorestonelegal.com.au | Ph: 3266 4657

We are now entering the silly season, enjoying boozy Christmas functions, parties and New Year celebrations. I love a good time, so I’m not saying don’t enjoy yourself, but perhaps try a few of these tips so all your hard work and progress isn’t lost. 1. Moderation: Enjoy yourself, but be conscious of the amount you are consuming. You would be surprised what smarter choices can do for your lifestyle and your waistline. 2. Exercise & Habits: Whatever your exercise routine looks like, do your absolute best to keep yourself accountable and into those good created habits. Don’t fall victim to “I’ll start Monday”. Staying in a consistent routine will help during this time of year. 3. Plan: It’s a busy time of year, so plan your workouts and plan your nutrition. Even if you don’t feel like it, a great motto is ‘any workout is better than nothing’. Try substituting some regular foods you eat to make room for those over indulgent foods that come with this time of year. Hydration: By this I mean H20, not the alcoholic kind. Planning a big night? Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water before and after an event. You’ll be thankful in the morning that you did!

Fitstop Nundah | 5/1220 Sandgate Road, Nundah | Ph: 0413 106 643 www.fitstop.com/nundah | fitstopnundah | fitstop__nundah

HEALTH

with Anjalee Howlett from The Joint

Reducing Stress and Anxiety

At this time of year, particularly after the roller coaster two years that we’ve had, most of us will be aware that we are holding some stress and tension.

Much of our body’s tension and chronic disease can be attributed to prolonged stress and our ‘fight or flight’ response to this stress. This response is driven by our autonomic nervous system. This nervous system is made up of the sympathetic system, which activates our flight or fight response, and the parasympathetic system, which restores the body to a state of calm. 1. First Impressions Matter – Everyone wants that ‘home’ feeling when they arrive! Exterior paint, external house wash, fresh lawn or a new letterbox will do the trick.

Remedial Massage, by an accredited and registered therapist, has been shown to quieten the sympathetic nervous system, by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system.

The short-term effect can be a feeling of reduced stress and anxiety, but longer-term benefits of regular massage include improvements in overall physical and mental wellbeing.

To enhance overall wellbeing on a long term basis, we should consider adding Remedial Massage into our Self Care toolkit. 5. Replace Your Lighting – Are your light globes the same colour or a variety? Do the fixtures date your home? Good lighting is essential to make your space bigger and feel more modern.

6. Update Tiles – The tiles in your kitchen or bathroom can highlight the age of the house. Replacing the tiles can be the perfect finishing touch to the room.

7. Focus on High Traffic Areas –Buyers focus on these areas the most. Add storage, accessories, change tapware, double towel rail etc. For more handy tips specific to your home, contact Jordan McLennan.

The Joint | 9/1220 Sandgate Rd, Nundah & 1/62 Crockford St, Northgate Ph: 3191 4455 | thejointnundah.com | thejointnundah

Make your Smile a New Year Resolution!

Thank you for supporting our independently owned business throughout 2021.

If your teeth become a casualty of the Christmas festivities remember, we will be OPEN over the Christmas and New Year period (excluding public holidays). New patients always welcome.

We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Phone: 3260 6200

Email: enquire@nundahdental.com.au 6/1231 Sandgate Rd Nundah (off Aspinall St) www.nundahdental.com.au | NundahVillageDental

REAL ESTATE

with Jordan McLennan from Jordan McLennan Properties

7 Tips to Add Value Over Christmas

2. Refresh Your Yard – Do some weeding, mulch your garden beds, mow/water your lawn and discard any household junk.

3. Begin With The Easy & Simple

Swaps – Look at the handles on your kitchen/bathroom cabinetry or the tapware in your wet areas. 4. A Fresh Coat of Paint – This revitalises the home. It makes the space feel newer, larger and cleaner.

Jordan McLennan Properties | Ph: 0405 368 111 jordanmclennan.com | jordan@jordanmclennan.com

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TOOMBUL & STAFFORD

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