Death Certificate Victoria: How to Apply, Costs, and Processing Times
How to get a death certificate in Victoria from BDM. Covers the Cause of Death version, current fees, processing times, and which version banks and courts need.
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Deceased Estate Victoria: What It Is and How the Administration Process Works
What counts as a deceased estate in Victoria, who administers it, when probate is required, and how the settlement process works from death to final distribution.
DIY Probate Victoria: How to Apply Without a Lawyer
Step-by-step guide to applying for probate in Victoria without a solicitor. Covers RedCrest eFiling, POAS advertising, fees, documents, and when to get legal help.
Secure Electronic Registries Victoria (SERV): Property Transfers After Death
How to transfer property after death in Victoria using SERV. Covers Survivorship Applications, Transmission Applications, VOI requirements, and PEXA.
Notifying Services Australia After a Death: Deadlines, Payments, and What Happens Next
How to notify Services Australia (Centrelink) after a death in Australia, the 28-day deadline to stop payments, and what bereavement payments you may be entitled to.
Stamp Duty on Deceased Estates in Victoria: The Section 42 Exemption Explained
How stamp duty applies to deceased estate property transfers in Victoria under Section 42 of the Duties Act 2000, and what triggers a duty liability on family arrangements.