Wills, probate, tax & trusts You may think making a will is complicated and expensive, but for the majority of us, this is not the case. For expert legal advice call our wills & probate experts at Taylor&Emmet on 0114 218 4054 or contact us online. A will is an expression of your wishes, which takes effect when you die. If you do not make a will, you die ‘intestate’ which means the law decides who receives your assets. If you are living with someone, but you are not married, the intestacy rules will not recognise your relationship. OUR SERVICES CAPITAL GAINS TAX You don’t have to sell the asset to have a capital gain – tax will still be payable if you simply give it away. For example, if the house was bought by... ELDERLY CLIENT SERVICES At Taylor & Emmet LLP we are committed to providing the highest quality of legal advice for older and vulnerable people, their families and carers. INHERITANCE TAX Inheritance tax can also apply to lifetime gifts. Outright gifts to individuals may be subject to tax if you die within 7 years of making the gift, and gifts... LONG TERM CARE ISSUES Not everyone will need long term care, but it is true that the need for long term care in Britain is on the increase, due to the fact that we are all living longer... POWERS OF ATTORNEY There are three types of Power of Attorney and their purpose is to enable someone to deal with your financial and personal affairs on your behalf. PROBATE & ESTATES If you have been appointed as an Executor or a close relative has died and you are the nearest relative, dealing with someone’s estate can be a daunting task. TRUSTS A trust includes any arrangement where one person (the “Trustee”) holds money or property (the “Trust Fund”) for the benefit of someone else... WILLS, TRUSTS & ESTATE DISPUTES Unfortunately, for a large number of people, the death of a relative or loved one creates significant problems, even where it appears that a Will has been made. WILLS WRITING Will writing service Whether you want to make a will, or you need to deal with the affairs of a loved one, our compassionate and experienced solicitors can support you through every stage of the process. We pride ourselves in providing a service that is both professional and personal, and find that most of our clients prefer to meet face to face when discussing these sensitive matters. Appointments outside of normal office hours and home visits are available, but we can also deal with most types of work by post, telephone and email if you prefer. We charge fixed fees for many of our services and can usually give you a fixed quote straight away. In all other cases we are happy to conduct an initial meeting without obligation and after that meeting will provide a clear quote or estimate so you know what our charges will be before deciding whether or not to go ahead. Drafting and updating wills Making a Will may seem complicated and expensive, but in the majority of cases this is not the case.If you do not make a will the rules of intestacy will control... INSIGHTS Need some help? Our tips and guides should help you. Wills - FAQs A Will is a document which allows you to decide how your money and property will be distributed after your death and who should deal with the administration of your... Do I really need to make a will? Clients often ask me this, as many believe wills are for people with complex affairs or the wealthy. This is not necessarily the case... Powers of Attorney - FAQs A Power of Attorney is the document you sign to appoint an attorney. There are many different types of Power of Attorney. The Power may be limited to certain property or certain actions, or it may give your attorney... Planning for long term residential care? Not everyone will need the services of a nursing home in later life, but the demand for care is increasing as we all live longer – not necessarily in good health... Worried about care home fees? We find that clients are often concerned about this issue, after having been told horror stories by friends and family about other people having to sell their homes to... Executors - what you need to know Executors are responsible for administering the estate of the deceased in accordance with the terms of his or her Will, but it can be a difficult and complex role to carry out.... WILLPOWER: Modern extended families Our wills and probate experts answer your questions about making or reviewing a will. If you have a query you would like them to address, email marketing@tayloremmet.co.uk. If you’re part of a modern extended... WILLPOWER: Cohabiting without a will – Why your property could be at risk… If you cohabit and don’t have a will, your property could be at risk if one of you dies. Our wills and probate experts answer your questions about making or reviewing a will. If you have a query you would like them... WillPower: What happens to my digital assets when I die? This month, Natalie explains why your will needs to reflect the digital side of life… What happens to my digital assets when I die? Like it or not, an increasing number of documents and possessions are now held... Making a will: The importance of planning ahead Making a will is the only way you can ensure your assets are inherited by those you wish to benefit. This month, Natalie explains the importance of planning ahead… I live alone in a property I own and I don’t have... 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