An enduring power of attorney could be invalid if there is a significant time difference between the proposed start date for the role and the date of its acceptance.

Six-member funds will be a useful tool to prepare adult children taking over a fund from a parent who has lost capacity.

A lump sum paid from super will not necessarily be treated as a death benefit even if the relevant member passes away before the payment is made.

SMSFs with a corporate trustee in place can offer better protection of personal assets should the fund have legal action taken against it.