by admin | Jun 19, 2026 | Wills, Uncategorized
Many of us put off writing a Will. It’s one of those tasks that lingers at the bottom of the to-do list, filed under “I’ll get around to it later.” In fact, more than half of UK adults don’t currently have a valid Will in place. However, avoiding...
by admin | May 29, 2026 | Wills, Uncategorized
For most people, their home means far more than bricks and mortar. It may be where they raised children, built a relationship, or created years of memories. So it feels natural to assume that the house would pass to the person closest to them when they die. However,...
by admin | May 26, 2026 | Wills, Uncategorized
Not everyone has children, close family, or an obvious person to leave their estate to. For some people, this can make writing a Will feel difficult, emotional or even unnecessary. It may raise uncomfortable questions about who should benefit, who would care, or...
by admin | Apr 24, 2026 | Trusts, Wills
Different Types of Trusts Explained: A Friendly Guide for Families Trusts can sound complicated, formal and even a little intimidating. In simple terms, they help you look after assets for someone else’s benefit. You can use a trust to protect money, property or...
by admin | Apr 7, 2026 | Intestacy, Wills, Estate Planning
What Happens to Children Under Intestacy in the UK? When someone dies without a valid will in the UK, their estate is distributed according to intestacy rules. While children are prioritised within this legal framework, the way assets are divided is based on fixed...
by admin | Mar 31, 2026 | Wills, Inheritance Laws
Understanding Intestacy Rules in the UK Intestacy rules are designed to provide a default framework for distributing an estate when no will exists. While they offer a legal structure, they are not designed to reflect personal wishes or modern family arrangements. This...
