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“I only need a simple Will – You don’t know what you don’t know”
In this blog, I would like to differentiate between simple and complex Wills, and perhaps why it is a good idea to have professional advice. That isn’t to say that I will always advise the need for complex (typically more expensive Wills). What I will always do is advocate professional advice and provide this specific to your needs. A little insight into my work I saw a client recently who told me that he did not need advice because his estate was straightforward – 2 properties and some savings. His London property was to be left to his daughter, and his home to his partner, and he is not leaving…
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What are the main reasons people write Wills?
What is a Will? As many of us know, a Will is an important legal document in which you express how you would like your property, cash and chattels to be distributed when you’re no longer around. It also makes provision for guardianship of minor children, allows you to appoint people you trust to administer your estate (manage the probate process) and can be used to mitigate tax. There are lots of reasons why everyone ought to have a Will, and in this article, we’re going to explore some of the most common reasons people write their Wills. Reasons to Make a Will Just purchased a house or home This…