Wills, Trusts, Tax & Probate - Related Articles

Consumers must have greater protection in will writing market, says Pinney Talfourd

Pinney Talfourd LLP has called for greater regulation of the will-writers to match those of solicitors after BBC Panorama's Wills: The Final Rip Off? revelaed the risks of using will writers. download >

Contested Probate Claims

When somebody dies, certain people can make a claim against their estate regardless of what their Will states or, indeed, if a Will had not been made. download >

Time to Revisit your Will?

With the change in the law in October 2007 most of us have got used to the idea that a complex will for tax planning is less important. download >

Buying a place in the sun? .. Don't get burnt!

It is increasingly common for UK residents to own a home abroad. Cheap flights have made places more accessible and disillusionment with traditional investments has caused many people to trust property abroad. download >

Clear Thinking When You Can't

Some people deal with estates themselves rather than appoint a solicitor in the hope that this will save money. However, Solicitors may actually save you time and money and will ensure you peace of mind. download >

Court Of Protection

The Court of Protection is the part of the Supreme Court which specifically deals with the affairs of people who are mentally incapable of making decisions for themselves. download >

Have you made a Will yet?

Most of us would rather not think about our own death and maybe this is the main reason why over 60% of us die without having made a Will. download >

Is a Will set in stone?

A will expresses your final wishes and it is commonly thought that it is irrevocable after death. However, as long as everyone agrees, it is normally possible for beneficiaries to vary a will, provided that the application is made within two years of the death. download >

Lasting Powers of Attorney

As an LPA is now the only way for you to decide what you would like to do should you lose capacity to deal with your affairs, we believe they are a vital part of any older person's future planning. There are two types of LPA, one to deal with your finances and one to deal with your personal welfare. download >

Are you living together but not married? Why it is vital you make a Will

If you are unmarried and living with a partner, have dependants to consider, are in a same sex relationship, or jointly own property with a family member or friend, then you should take expert advice and make a Will. download >

Protecting the Family Silver

Most small business owners will be keen to protect the family business to allow it to be inherited without attracting tax. Fortunately business property relief from inheritance tax is available for all types of businesses providing they are not solely concerned with investments in quoted shares or with the receipt of rental income. download >

Wills when things don't work out

Marriage, as someone said, means commitment but then, so does insanity! January is acknowledged as the worst month for relationship failures so for anyone going through that unhappy time here are a couple of reminders of what to watch out for when thinking about inheritance. download >