Panorama – R.I.P. off
You might have watched the BBC Panorama programme this week regarding unscrupulous Will writing businesses in England and Wales. Andy Osmond was invited by BBC
Read MoreInheritance Tax Freeze
In the Chancellor’s recent pre-Budget report, the Inheritance Tax (IHT) threshold has been frozen at £325,000 for individuals and at £650,000 for married couples and
Read MoreChanges to Intestacy Rules
From 1st February 2009, if a person dies ‘intestate’ (i.e. without a valid Will) If the deceased leaves a spouse and children, the spouse receives
Read MoreNil Rate Band Increase
In April, the amount of your estate that can be given on death without the payment of Inheritance tax (nil rate sum) increases from £312,000
Read MoreOwning a Spanish Property & Wills
As you may know, your English Will disposes of your assets in England and Wales. If you own property in Spain, that property should be
Read MoreNil Rate Band Increase
In April 2008, this will increase from the current £300,000 to £312,000 per UK adult.
Read MoreWills – a lighter look
7 in 10 say they need a Will, Many years on, they haven’t done it still! Now why is this when they know they should,
Read MoreNew Year’s Resolution – Make a Will!
Nag your friends and family members to resolve to make Wills this year. As reported on this site at the end of 2007, over 27
Read MoreWhat is a Living Will?
If you became ill or disabled without a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and you were unable to manage your financial affairs, no one could
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