Read our wills and probate blog posts from the Taylor&Emmet probate team.
Wills don’t have to be complicated or convoluted. This month, Chaanah explains how investing a little time and effort can save a lot of heartache. My wife and I want to make wills that simply leave our assets to each other. Is that possible? Mirror wills are almost identical documents Read more…
Our wills and probate expert, Chaanah Patton, answers your questions about making or reviewing a will. If you have a query you would like her to address, email marketing@tayloremmet.co.uk There’s lots of decisions to be made when you draw up a will. This month, Chaanah outlines the main who, whats Read more…
If you’ve never made a will before, the process can be daunting. This month, Chaanah outlines what to expect. I’m about to make a will for the first time. What should I consider? Before seeing a solicitor to talk about making a will, you should think about what you have Read more…
Our recent online poll found the majority of people understand the importance of making a will, but not of keeping it updated. Major life events such as getting married or having a child can invalidate your will. Contact one of our specialists to arrange a free 30 minute consultation. Recently Read more…
Our wills and probate expert, Chaanah Patton, answers your questions about making or reviewing a will. If you have a query you would like her to address, email marketing@tayloremmet.co.uk Chaanah kicks off her blog by highlighting the reasons for making a will and how to pick the right adviser. So, Read more…
I don’t need a Will, the whole of my estate will pass to my spouse anyway” We hear this comment a lot and it isn’t necessarily the case. If a person dies without a Will the Intestacy Rules dictate who will inherit the estate. Assets over £250,000 Certainly if there Read more…
“I’ve made a Will so my executors won’t need to obtain Probate”. Whilst many people may believe this to be true, it is in fact a common misconception and whilst it might be the case that Probate isn’t required to deal with a deceased person’s estate, the existence of a Read more…
It is fair to say that many breathed a collective sigh of relief when the decision was made recently to at least postpone the proposed increase in Probate application fees until after the general election. The proposal, made and approved by the Ministry of Justice, to increase the Probate Registry Read more…
We were recently asked “My partner and I have shared a house for 10 years. In the event of my death, will the property pass automatically to her or do I need to make a will?” It is a common assumption that only those with complex affairs or great wealth Read more…
Contrary to the beliefs of outspoken celebrities, the majority of the parents want to provide for their family with their inheritance. This is evidenced by the increasing numbers of life interest trust wills we are creating for couples who own property. This type of will can be used to ensure Read more…