Small errors when making a Will can lead to major legal and financial problems, a leading expert has warned. Davina Charlton, Senior Associate in the Private Client team at Stoke law firm Smith Partnership, says both individuals and professionals continue to repeat … [Read more...]
How A Free Will Could Actually Leave You Out of Pocket
PEOPLE taking out ‘free Will options’ could end up paying a heavy price in the future, a leading expert has warned. Steve Bish, from S Bish Estate Planning, says that Free Wills Month - which runs through October - often leads to some people falling for clever marketing … [Read more...]
The Law Regarding Will Disputes
Finding out that you have been left out of a will, received less than you thought you would get, or that perhaps a treasured heirloom which was promised to you has gone to someone else can come like a bolt out of the blue. After the initial shock, your feelings will likely turn … [Read more...]
What is an In Terrorem Clause?
Negotiating a will after a loved one passes is hard enough, but this can be further convoluted by people that simply are not willing to follow the will. For those dealing with the estate of a deceased loved one, it is essential to know what you might be up against and how to … [Read more...]
Wills and Trusts: Understanding the Differences and Similarities
While estate planning is an excellent way to prepare for the future, there are several core decisions you need to make. For example, you need to decide what estate planning options are most suitable for you, offer the best benefits, or present fewer hassles for your loved ones. … [Read more...]
