Understanding your legal documents is essential. In this blog, we explain a key estate planning term: cy-pres.

Writing your own Will may seem like money saving option. Our team regularly review handwritten Wills that contain minor (and major) errors that mean they are not valid or - worse still - don't have the effect that the Will maker intended. This article explains some of the pitfalls.

Understanding your legal documents is essential. In this blog, we explain a key estate planning term: hotchpot.

On 26 July 2023 the statutory legacy will increase from £270,000 to £322,000. Our blog explains the change and why it’s so essential to make a Will, regardless of the size of your estate.

As life moves forward, your Will may need to be updated to ensure it represents your wishes and intentions. Life has an inevitable conclusion. We can’t know our expiry date. It’s sensible to plan for now and review your plans if your circumstances change.

When you make a Will, you’re reflecting on your life, its inevitable conclusion, and the people you care about. You may be making some tough decisions, airing some heart-breaking memories. It can be a little uncomfortable but doesn’t need to be painful. The process can be straightforward if you have a qualified professional's knowledgeable support. Find out more here:

Life is full of surprises. We all hope to live a long and healthy life. We can’t know our own expiry date, so it makes sense to be prepared.

Is it time to move ‘make a Will’ to the top of your to-do list?

Perhaps you haven’t made a Will to avoid thinking about the awful possibility of not being there for your children.

Find out more about how to tackle this difficult decision in this article.

Is 2023 your year? Will you take action to protect your family and make a Will. Find out why it’s so crucial to make estate planning arrangements while you’re fit and well.

Charitable giving has a long history in the UK, with people choosing to support the causes that matter to them in many ways. Every donation can have an impact, but gifts in Wills now form the largest source of voluntary income for charities.

When you marry or enter into a civil partnership your existing Will is automatically cancelled unless it makes a specific reference to your intention to become legally recognised partners.

A Deed of Variation is a legal document that allows the beneficiaries named in a Will to make changes after their loved one has died. This blog post explains why, when and how this can be useful.

Every family is unique. Rachael and David put off making a Will for over a decade because they thought it would be too stressful and expensive. They’re not married to each other, they have children together and from previous relationships. Here’s their story….

Digital assets are often overlooked when making a Will. Some digital assets have a monetary value; others don’t, but may have sentimental value. Find out more here.

If you’re considering gifting your property to your children to avoid care home fees, professional advice is essential. The practical and financial consequences of giving away your home to your children during your lifetime can be far-reaching.

If you have been named as the Executor of someone’s Will you have certain legal responsibilities and duties. Here we answer some common questions.

With an ageing population and many older adults feeling isolated and lonely, the problem of predatory marriage seems to be on the rise.

Video calls are an excellent substitute for a face-to-face meeting… less time away from home or work, no travelling, no fuel cost, no parking fees and you can make your own coffee, just how you like it! Find out how simple and straightforward making a Will using video calling can be.