Scroll down to read helpful articles on a wide range of estate planning topics, or use the search button to find answers to a specific query.
Are godparents the same as guardians?
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 a difficult decision in this article.
Can someone with dementia make a Will?
You may think that if a person has a dementia diagnosis, they can no longer make a Will. In many cases, this could be true, but a qualified and experienced professional may be able to help. Read on for helpful guidance about the test for capacity to make a Will.
Can my children inherit if they live overseas?
The simple answer to the question “Can my children inherit if they live overseas?” is yes, but there could be a few hurdles to finalise matters.
If you are dealing with an estate with beneficiaries located abroad, there are a few additional issues that need to be considered. Find out more in our helpful article.
Who can be an LPA Certificate Provider?
Choosing a certificate provider requires thought and care. In this blog, we explore the choices and explain why your neighbour may not be the best choice.
What is the Danish practice of ‘death cleaning’?
Death cleaning (like estate planning) isn’t some eerie ritual involving black candles and incantations. It’s your chance to embrace life and spread a little tidying magic along the way. It's about making space for the things that truly matter and finding peace of mind knowing that everything is in its proper place.
How will my Mum’s second marriage affect me?
Later-life marriage can bring immense joy and a few challenges. Foresight and careful planning are needed. This blog delves into the issues that may inadvertently impact family dynamics and inheritance.
Can executors inherit?
This is a common question often asked by clients and comes from a misconception that there’s a conflict between the two roles.
Here’s what you need to know:
Who can challenge a Will?
There's a misconception that anyone can contest a Will, but that's not true. Only a select few have that right.
The circumstances for making a claim against someone’s estate are also limited. Sadly, if your situation doesn't fit into the legally defined categories, you may not have any options.
We look at who can claim and why in this article.
Can I exclude someone from my Will?
Have you fallen out with someone in your family?
Does it worry you that someone who’s no longer in your life might inherit from you? If so, it’s time to make your Will.
Find practical steps to help you avoid a potential challenge in our latest blog.
What does Cy-près mean?
Understanding your legal documents is essential. In this blog, we explain a key estate planning term: cy-pres.
What does hotchpot mean?
Understanding your legal documents is essential. In this blog, we explain a key estate planning term: hotchpot.
What are digital assets?
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.
What is predatory marriage?
With an ageing population and many older adults feeling isolated and lonely, the problem of predatory marriage seems to be on the rise.
Video call meetings
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.
Do I need to register a Will trust?
The UK Government introduced the Trust Register to provide greater transparency around the ownership of Trust assets and individuals connected with trusts. We look at the new legal requirements and how they apply to trusts created by a Will.
Is legal jargon necessary in a Will?
Understanding your legal documents is essential. In this blog we explain the key legal terms used in estate planning.
Can I leave my cryptocurrency in my Will?
According to a 2020 study by the Cremation Institute, nearly 90 percent of all cryptocurrency owners are worried about what will happen to their crypto when they die but fail to make provision so it is not lost forever.