Why Having a Professional Executor is Beneficial

Why Having a Professional Executor is Beneficial

From: Kings Court Trust  When considering the role of an Executor, many people underestimate the complexity and responsibilities involved in administering an estate. This oversight can lead to significant financial and emotional burdens, as illustrated in the below...
The Future of Sussex Will Writers

The Future of Sussex Will Writers

August, 2024A Message from Steve Worsfold From the 1st August 2024, I will be retiring from my role as Principal of Sussex Will Writers. As many of you will know, I retired as a Chartered Financial Planner a few years ago and have now decided that the time is right to...
Fiancée Wins Legal Battle to Amend Will After Solicitor’s Error

Fiancée Wins Legal Battle to Amend Will After Solicitor’s Error

From: The Will Company Nina Angelova has successfully won a High Court case to amend her late fiancé Peter John Bryant’s Will, which had been mistakenly drafted due to a solicitor’s clerical error, as reported by The Law Society Gazette. Bryant, who passed away in...
Back to Basics – Health and Welfare LPA

Back to Basics – Health and Welfare LPA

From: The Society of Will Writers We’ve previously looked at the consequences of not having a Property and Financial Affairs Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place, however that’s only one of the two types of LPA available. In this article, we’ll take a look at the...
Understanding Inheritance Tax in the UK: Key Considerations

Understanding Inheritance Tax in the UK: Key Considerations

From: Kings Court Trust  Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a significant concern for many families in the UK. With frozen thresholds and increasing property values, more estates are subject to this tax. This blog explores the essentials of IHT and offers insights into...