by admin | Dec 18, 2025 | Wills, Inheritance Laws, Estate Planning
If Santa Made a Will, Who’s Getting the Sleigh? Santa delivers presents to the entire planet once a year, so it’s only fair to ask the big question — if Santa popped his clogs, who’s inheriting the North Pole empire? With a workshop full of valuable toys, a global...
by admin | Nov 30, 2025 | Wills, Inheritance Laws, Uncategorized
How Divorce Can Affect Your Will – And Why Reviewing It Is Essential Divorce is one of the most significant life changes you can experience, yet many people are unaware of how profoundly it can affect their will. At Westfield Wills, we regularly speak to clients who...
by admin | Nov 17, 2025 | Wills, Inheritance Laws
What DNA Testing Can Reveal for Inheritance Claims DNA testing has become one of the most reliable ways to confirm biological relationships during inheritance disputes. Whether a claim involves property, money, or legal rights, genetic testing provides objective...
by admin | Aug 15, 2025 | Wills, Inheritance Laws
Intestacy Rules Explained: Who Really Inherits If You Die Without a Will? Most people assume their money, property, and possessions will automatically pass to the people they love most. But if you die without a will in England or Wales, your estate is divided under...
by admin | Aug 8, 2025 | Inheritance Laws, Estate Planning
Why Your Estate Might Get Taxed More—And What You Can Do About It Inheritance tax (IHT) has long been one of the most controversial levies in the UK. Once seen as something only the very wealthy would encounter, it’s increasingly catching out ordinary families—thanks...
by admin | Jul 31, 2025 | Wills, Inheritance Laws
From April 2026, the way Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) work will change significantly. Under the current rules, qualifying agricultural land, farm buildings, and certain business assets can receive up to 100% relief from...
