Arranging and paying for a funeral: The things you need to know

Arranging and paying for a funeral: The things you need to know

From: Kings Court Trust  Arranging a funeral is a task that needs to be completed upon a death, but it can make an already difficult time even more stressful for those dealing with a bereavement. We appreciate that there is a lot to think about, so we have created...
Executor Responsibilities in Regard to Debts

Executor Responsibilities in Regard to Debts

From: Assured Probate Services  An executor’s role is to identify estate assets, settle liabilities and distribute remaining property/money in accordance with the will or rules of intestacy. A person’s debts become the responsibility of the estate upon death and do...
Number of Wills & IHT Paid

Number of Wills & IHT Paid

Latest HMRC data reveals that IHT receipts for the period April 2021 to February 2022 now stand at £5.5bn; £0.7bn higher than the same period last year. Also, almost half (47%) of Brits who have a Will haven’t updated it for more than five years, meaning nearly half...
Part 5 | What are the risks involved in being an Executor?

Part 5 | What are the risks involved in being an Executor?

Video Series – Featuring Steve Worsfold and Mike Jenkins Welcome to our Video Series on the role of an Executor.  What does an Executor do? Part 5 | What are the risks involved in being an Executor? Welcome to Part 5 of 5 in our ‘What does an Executor...
Deceased’s nominees can now be given access to Apple iCloud

Deceased’s nominees can now be given access to Apple iCloud

ESTATE ADMINISTRATION: Deceased’s nominees can now be given access to Apple iCloud Apple has released a digital legacy feature allowing account holders to nominate up to five family members or friends who will be able to access their account after they die....
Part 4 | Do I get paid for being an Executor?

Part 4 | Do I get paid for being an Executor?

Video Series – Featuring Steve Worsfold and Mike Jenkins Welcome to our Video Series on the role of an Executor.  What does an Executor do? Part 4 | Do I get paid for being an Executor? Welcome to Part 4 of 5 in our ‘What does an Executor do?’...