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News, information and explanations about Probate, Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney, Inheritance Tax and related topics, from our team of tax and legal experts. We hope you find them useful and informative. If you have any suggestions for future articles please let us know.
Do I need probate if I have power of attorney?
Even if you have power of attorney during a person’s lifetime, you might still need to apply for probate when they die.
7 responsibilities in a power of attorney agreement
If you ask someone to have Power of Attorney, or you’re asked yourself, there are several responsibilities that come with the role. Here are the main ones.
Writing a will when you have a child
Our blog will explain how and why you should be considering writing your will and its importance when you are a parent.
Power of Attorney: Ordinary or Lasting?
Power of Attorney is an important and useful legal tool to have in place, especially as you get older. We’ll cut through the jargon and explain what the different types of Power of Attorney do in plain English.
What is an insolvent estate?
An insolvent estate is where there’s not enough money to pay off the deceased’s debts – and they can come with consequences.
How to update your will
Small changes to your will can be made via codicil; for bigger changes, however, you may need to draft a new one from scratch.
Is it possible to contest a will?
If you are thinking of contesting a will, you’ll need to consider whether the will reflects the deceased’s wishes. Here are some ways it can be challenged.
What happens if you leave inheritance to someone on benefits?
Have you drafted a will and named a beneficiary who is on benefits? You may wonder about the implications for your beneficiary.
How long does probate take?
The probate period can take a long time and is difficult to understand, something you don’t need as you deal with the estate of someone who’s passed away.
Providing For A Vulnerable Adult Or Child In Your Will
Expert advice on providing for a vulnerable adult or child in your will. Read on for how to protect them from being taken advantage of.
Protecting A Blended Family In Your Will
If you have a blended family you will want to protect everyone in your will. We’ve got the expert advice you need to prepare your will and avoid future problems.
Foreign Assets and Probate
Do you own properties abroad and want to leave them in your Will? Let us explain the Probate process for dealing with Foreign Assets.
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