You might be wondering what on earth your home has to do with a couple of chocolate bars. It’s nothing to do with taste; it’s just a handy way of explaining how you and your partner own your home. So, is your home a Mars bar or a Twix and why does it matter? How we...
In February, Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, died at home. We're not going to discuss the cause of death here. News reports suggest that Mr. Hackman’s will included trust arrangements that hadn’t been updated in some time. We’re going to...
Actress Suzanne Shaw, who was also in the band Hear’Say, has been in the news recently talking about the division her father’s will caused in her family. When you make your will, you might have considered the practical elements, but it’s also worth thinking about how...
As a business owner, your will must include your business and personal assets. There are also separate inheritance tax rules for business assets, so getting professional advice can help you understand them and plan accordingly. We gave a presentation on business...
The year is nearly over, and you might be reflecting on 2024, thinking about what’s changed and what you might do differently next year. Your circumstances may be different. We’ve had a new government and a budget that could change the provisions you include in your...
Going through separation and divorce is a stressful time with lots of things to think about. You might not have the headspace to consider your will, but it’s important to think about. Here’s how separation and divorce can affect your will and how you can protect...
We recently worked with a chap who was very poorly in hospital and knew his condition was terminal. His doctors had told him he only had a few days left, and he hadn’t made a will. We hope his story will help you understand why it’s a good idea to get your will sorted...
I recently joined the Women on Boards think tank and attended its London launch. So, what’s it all about, and what happened at the launch? Read on to learn more. What is Women on Boards about? Women on Boards is a new think tank passionate about getting everyone on...
Cohabiting, where couples live together without getting married, is becoming more common. If you’re one of the 6.8 million people currently cohabiting, it’s worth considering what will happen when you’re gone. Here’s how you can protect your family when you cohabit....
While I’m the will writer here at Westcotes Wills, we’re part of a larger community of will writers. If someone dies but their family can’t find their will, the National Will Register will often contact will writers in their area to investigate. It looks as if Terry...
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