There’s a lot to think about when you start a business. Including your business in your will might not be at the top of your list, but it’s a vital consideration. Understanding how your business interacts with your will can even help you create the right documents...
Have you ever wanted to know more about the story behind Westcotes Wills and why Rosie started the business? If you have, you’re in luck. In many ways, the story of Westcotes Wills started long before Rosie started the business. Here’s your introduction to the woman...
As a business owner, you’ve probably thought about what will happen when you want to retire or if you die. You may not have considered putting those details in your will. Including your plans to wind up the business or pass it on in your will makes everything more...
We’re heading towards the end of the year and reflecting on the things we’ve enjoyed and what hasn’t gone quite so well. As will writers, we often find ourselves thinking about the clients we tried to help after something had gone wrong. So, we thought we’d share some...
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...
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