On 30 October 2024, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves published the first Labour party budget in 14 years. This budget will create important changes…
There are two main types of powers of attorney. Whilst general powers of attorney are temporary, lasting powers of attorney last indefinitely.
Preventing someone from contesting a will is important for ensuring your final wishes are carried out. Here are 7 steps to help achieve this.
When planning for the future, it's important to know the types of wills your estate may fall into. Read more here.
Bloodline wills have become increasingly popular in recent years, as families seek to protect their wealth and legacy for future generations
In today’s modern world, technology is ever-evolving. With the initial introduction of laws surrounding assets and property, the government did not account for the inclusion…
A trust is a useful tool that protects your assets and ensures the future financial stability of your loved ones. You can place different kinds of assets into a trust, including cash, shares, investments, real property, and land.
In law, the commorientes rule determines a presumption of survivorship for the purpose of defining the succession of an estate.
When you pass away, you will no doubt want certainty that the entirety of your estate goes to your loved ones, with inheritance tax loopholes…
Being an executor of someone’s will is a big responsibility as you must manage and distribute the deceased’s assets. However, what are the executor’s duties,…
Has a loved one been cut out of a will, or perhaps you want to reduce inheritance tax (IHT) and capital gains tax (CGT)? If…
If someone close to you has lost mental capacity, don’t worry. You can apply to the Court of Protection for deputyship which grants you permission…
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