There seems to be a common misconception that a will is not necessary for a lot of individuals and they are only for people with a great deal of wealth. This is not the case as by having a Will, regardless of the size of your estate, you are...
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Many people seem to be under the impression that making a Will is only for the wealthy; however, that is simply not the case. It’s very important that you make a Will in your lifetime. If you don’t make a Will, the assets that make up your estate could...
When you are out there living your life to the fullest, one of the last things that you want to think about is your death, although, unfortunately, it is something we are all going to need to consider at some point. It is important that you consider the different...
As we get older and begin to think more about our possessions and what will happen to them once we pass, we naturally consider whether or not we should register for a will. Many people often wonder whether or not registering for a will is mandatory, and the short...
In the UK, despite the fact there are a number of different organisations out there that will help you and your loved ones with writing your will, there are a lot of people who still avoid doing it. There are a number of different reasons for Most People Avoid...
Having to think about writing your will is never a particularly nice experience; however, you also want to be sure that when you pass away, your belongings are going to people you would like them to go to and your estate is being handled by someone you trust. As...
It’s reported that around 2 million people are suffering from long Covid in the UK. When you combine that with the number of people that are suffering from terminal or chronic illnesses, there’s a very strong case for making sure you have a living will. Living wills are...
If you marry, divorce and remarry, having already written your will, an ongoing question that comes up is, “does my will remain valid?” In April 2022, the Divorce, Dissolution & Separation Act 2020 came into force which also introduced the new ‘no fault’ divorce, which allows couples to divorce...
In the UK, 31 million people (59%) have not written a will. If you die without making a will, not only does the probate process become longer and more complicated, the people, charities or good causes you want to benefit from your estate won’t receive the assets you want...
Living wills, also known as an Advance Decision, Advance Directive (in Scotland and Northern Ireland) or Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment, are made by you in your lifetime. They allow you to decide, in advance, how you want to be treated should you become terminally ill or lose the...