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Staggeringly, 60% of people in the UK do not have a Will; this means that over 30 million people risk dying intestate. Only 63% of people aged over 55 have made a Will, this decreases to only 25% of 34-55-year-olds taking the risk despite the majority of these having dependents. These statistics are worrying enough, […]

Making your Will is one of the most important things you’ll ever do. But do you need a solicitor, or can you draft your own? Despite what you might think, you can create a homemade Will. And, as long as it is properly drafted and meets all the necessary requirements, it will be legal in […]

With funerals becoming increasingly expensive, investing in a pre-paid funeral plan is now more important than ever. Research shows that the cost of death is soaring. Today, it is estimated that the average funeral costs around £4,000. This represents a rise of 33 per cent in only two years. And, with funeral director costs and […]

In a recent case, a son who claimed his mother’s partner was “just a lodger”, has been forced to pay more than half of his inheritance to him. This situation highlights how important it is to have a properly drafted Will in place. What happened in this case? In 2015, Sarah Campbell died unexpectedly at […]

Probate is needed when sorting out a dead person’s affairs. However, in many cases, people aren’t sure what it is, how to get it, and if it is even necessary. Losing a loved one is a difficult time. And, for families faced with the daunting prospect of administering an estate, it can be even harder. […]

According to a recent report, millions of people are leaving vital decisions about their end of life care in the hands of strangers. A study by Solicitors for the Elderly and leading think-tank Centre for Future Studies warns that the UK is facing an incapacity crisis. Highlighting that a growing number of people are now […]