by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
With research suggesting over 59% of the UK adult population not having a will in place, we thought we’d look at the reasons why… “It’s too expensive” Not writing a Will could cost your family thousands of pounds in lost...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
With wedding season soon upon us we thought it would be prudent to discuss what happens to existing wills after you get married. So, does getting married effect an existing will? The simple answer is… YES! When you get married, any will you have...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
What is a letter of wishes and what are the benefits of having one? A letter of wishes is a document drawn up to accompany your will. Unlike a will, it is not legally binding, but it provides guidance for the people dealing with your estate and/or any trusts that are...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
We get it, it’s tempting to consult Google or write out your wishes on a signed piece of paper, but by taking the advice of a solicitor when preparing your will you can prevent a dispute arising between your family after your death. In a recent...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
This isn’t the most pleasant of subjects to think about, we know, but with 56% of people in the UK NOT having a will, we thought it would be helpful to share the basics of why everyone should have sorting their will right at the top of their priority...
by Oliver Saxon | Apr 27, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
If you do not make a Will, then your estate may not pass to your choice of beneficiary, however, there are also several other less obvious pitfalls. What can happen if someone dies without leaving a valid Will? The estate of anyone who dies without making a Will...
