We understand that planning your will and deciding what happens to your estate can feel like tasks for the future. However, many people think the same and never get around to it. In fact, over half of UK adults haven’t made a will.
Unexpected events can happen to anyone at any time. Did you know that more than 300 people aged 15 to 44 pass away each week in the UK without having made a will?
It’s never too early to have a will, but it can be too late!
A professionally written Will can provide peace of mind for you by knowing that your wishes will be carried out. You will be able to choose who will inherit your assets, including property and personal possessions. This is particularly useful if you have a partner who you are not married to or you have valuable possessions/family heirlooms which you would like passing on to a particular person. A Will could avoid family disputes by giving written instructions as to who should receive what. You may have young family members who you would like to leave something for once they reach a particular age. By having a written Will and advance planning, you can also minimize your Inheritance Tax liability insuring more of your assets go to who you wish. Finally, a Will is a chance to detail your funeral preferences and wishes.
You might be surprised at how much your estate can add up to. In 2017, UK adults who made a will expected to leave an average of £191,000 in property and £63,000 in savings to their loved ones.
This depends on several factors. Even if you think everything is covered, you should still consider setting up Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA).
It's never too early to make a will or arrange Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA), but it can become too late. Accidents and illnesses can happen at any age.
As a member of the Society of Will Writers, our team is highly trained and thoroughly scrutinized within our profession. We adhere to the Society’s code to ensure your wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney provide the protection you and your family deserve.
Unlike solicitors, this is our area of expertise, ensuring you receive the best possible advice at a reasonable fee.
We discuss your requirements with sensitivity and confidentiality. Consultations can take place in the comfort of your own home or at our office.
Minimize tax payments, control your assets, protect your legacy and look after your loved ones
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A Protective Property Trust (PPT) is designed to protect a share of the family home for your children while giving your spouse...
Provides occupancy rights post-death, ending on a specified event, for spouse, partner, children, or others.
Creates a capped family fund on first death, providing spouse access to income and capital, repayable on death.
Protects assets for spouse, children, addressing concerns like spendthrift behavior, substance abuse, or disability, with IHT options.
Tax-efficient financial setup for disabled beneficiaries unable to independently manage their affairs.
An IPDI life interest trust provides a spouse/partner with income for life. Trustees can make advancements, and assets go to beneficiaries upon the life tenant's death.
