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After someone’s death, their personal representative will have the task of disposing of their possessions. For some assets, such as a house, it is necessary to obtain a Grant of Probate or, if the person who died did not leave a Will, a Grant of...
Have you been promised a gift or other property from a person that has died, but that gift was not reflected in their Will, or did they die intestate, and you are not in line to inherit? In such circumstances you may still be able to claim for the property...
When a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration is required following a death, you must obtain this before you can begin collecting in and selling the estate assets. For example, you will not be able to sell a property until you have the Grant. In this...
Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is more complex than many people realise. While it may seem like a straightforward process, there are numerous legal technicalities and potential pitfalls that can arise when attempting to do it without professional...
If you have made a Will, you can also consider writing a letter of wishes to accompany it. We look at the purpose of a letter of wishes and why it can be beneficial. A letter of wishes is a non-binding document that you can leave with your Will. You can...
Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is more complex than many people realise. While it may seem like a straightforward process, there are numerous legal technicalities and potential pitfalls that can arise when attempting to do it without professional...
Having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place gives you the security of knowing that someone will be able to deal with your affairs should you ever lose the ability to manage them yourself. However, if an attorney dies, it can cause a problem. In this...
Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is more complex than many people realise. While it may seem like a straightforward process, there are numerous legal technicalities and potential pitfalls that can arise when attempting to do it without professional...
Discretionary trusts are a common feature in estate planning, often set up through Wills to provide for loved ones on an ongoing basis. These trusts give trustees the power and authority to manage and distribute the trust's assets, making decisions...
When it comes to estate planning, many people assume that creating a Will should be a straightforward and inexpensive process. After all, a Will is just a document that states who should inherit your belongings after you pass away, right? So why does it...
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