Posts by Julie

Figures from the latest Office of National Statistics Census 2021 show there were 219,850 marriages and 103,592 divorces in England and Wales in 2020. For those with a Will in place, marriage, civil partnerships, and divorce can have a significant impact on its validity, which if left unattended could lead to decisions beyond your wishes…

Many of us donate to a chosen charity due to an emotional connection that strikes a chord with us.  Not only does this help the causes you care about most, but it also has some future benefits. For example, did you know that donating or leaving money to charities can also help reduce your IHT…

Recent research has found that almost half of wills in the UK might be significantly out of date, meaning it’s more important than ever to ensure yours is updated and meets the needs of your current situation. A will that’s not updated could cause your loved one’s confusion after you pass away, and even result…

When writing a will, it’s important to be confident that you’ve covered everything that you need to. To ensure your will covers everything you need, we would advise speaking with a professional to give you the peace of mind that your family and wishes will be taken care of in the event of your death.…

As we come to the end of another year, many of you may be looking ahead to the new year and wondering about whether changes to your circumstances might mean that you should update your will or look at your estate planning situation. In this article, we’re going to cover off 4 main areas for…

A lot of people might think that estate planning is an extremely complex process. While it certainly can be – we’d recommend always speaking to a professional! – the fundamentals of estate planning are fairly straightforward. Having a good grasp of these fundamental ideas will help you in your estate planning journey. Thinking about each…