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Letters of Wishes explained

Hannah McGavin
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If you have made a Will, you can also consider writing a letter of wishes to accompany it. We look at the purpose of a letter of wishes and why it can be beneficial. A letter of wishes is a non-binding document that you can leave with your Will. You can...

Why you should use a Lawyer to create a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) Part 2

Amy Nelson
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Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is more complex than many people realise. While it may seem like a straightforward process, there are numerous legal technicalities and potential pitfalls that can arise when attempting to do it without professional...

What happens if an attorney under an LPA dies?

Amy Nelson
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Having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place gives you the security of knowing that someone will be able to deal with your affairs should you ever lose the ability to manage them yourself. However, if an attorney dies, it can cause a problem. In this...

Why you should use a Lawyer to create a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) Part 1

Helen Cohen
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Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is more complex than many people realise. While it may seem like a straightforward process, there are numerous legal technicalities and potential pitfalls that can arise when attempting to do it without professional...

Understanding Discretionary Trusts

Hannah McGavin
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Discretionary trusts are a common feature in estate planning, often set up through Wills to provide for loved ones on an ongoing basis. These trusts give trustees the power and authority to manage and distribute the trust's assets, making decisions...

I only need a simple Will, so why is it costing me so much? Part 4

Amy Nelson
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When it comes to estate planning, many people assume that creating a Will should be a straightforward and inexpensive process. After all, a Will is just a document that states who should inherit your belongings after you pass away, right? So why does it...

How do I find a lost Will?

Amy Nelson
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A Will is crucial in making sure that an estate passes to the right people after someone dies. But sometimes it can be hard to locate a Will. If you're faced with this situation, here’s a guide on what steps to take when a Will isn’t...

I only need a simple Will, so why is it costing me so much? Part 3

Hannah McGavin
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When it comes to estate planning, many people assume that creating a Will should be a straightforward and inexpensive process. After all, a Will is just a document that states who should inherit your belongings after you pass away, right? So why does it...

Unveiling the Chaos: Inside the Struggle to Reform Probate Services

Amy Nelson
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Probate is the legal right to deal with someone’s property, money, and possessions when they die. To obtain probate the executor of a Will or next of kin must apply to the probate registry. The performance of the probate registry in England and Wales...

I only need a simple Will, so why is it costing me so much? Part 2

Amy Nelson
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When it comes to estate planning, many people assume that creating a Will should be a straightforward and inexpensive process. After all, a Will is just a document that states who should inherit your belongings after you pass away, right? So why does it...

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