Cohabiting couples over 70 risk large IHT bills

Cohabiting couples over 70 risk large IHT bills

from: Today’s Wills and Probate  Since 2002, the number of over 70s choosing to cohabit with their partners rather than marry or enter civil partnership increased by 288%, and by doing so could inadvertently be putting their homes at risk. Figures show that...
Marriage, Divorce and Separation

Marriage, Divorce and Separation

It is often misunderstood the effect your marital status can have on your Will, arguably sometimes it is particularly unclear. Maybe you wish to have a better grasp of where you stand and what is going to happen if you should pass away given your marital status. This...
Contesting a Will

Contesting a Will

It is such a shame that in todays’ society, will disputes are becoming increasingly common. Reasons for this of course vary but it is generally down to “who gets what” and the value of the estate which is involved in the decision making when contesting a Will. When a...
Adult Children and Management of their Finances

Adult Children and Management of their Finances

From: Society of Will Writers  When your child is a minor, as the parent, you are able to manage their finances for them. However, what happens when they reach the age of 18 and considered to be an adult? This article will focus on adult children who may suffer from a...