Not just farmers affected by inheritance tax changes in 2024 budget.
As part of the 2024 Budget, Rachel Reaves announced some significant changes to the treatment of assets for Inheritance Tax.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 292 min read
Is Inheritance A Right Of Passage Or A Privilege?
Inheritance is the natural result when we pass away and a Will determines who our estate passes to when that time comes.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 222 min read
By 2045 Legacy And In-Memory Giving Will Rise
By the time 2045 arrives, it is looking likely that the number of gifts left to charities in Will is going to rise from 120,000 to 200,000.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 152 min read
Almost 50% Of Homeowners Do Not Have A Valid Will
A 2020 survey from Royal London highlighted that almost half of homeowners do not have a valid will.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 82 min read
7 common mistakes to avoid when writing a will
Often a mistake made when writing a Will is not identified until someone passes away and it is not then possible to correct it.
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Helen Claydon
Aug 72 min read
How Do Overseas Assets Affect Wills & Estate Planning
The rules regarding overseas assets can be complicated and it is vital that advice is taken if you need to consider it in your will.
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Pete Batchelor
Dec 21, 20232 min read
The Importance of Seeking Help with Probate and Managing the Estate
If you've been named as an executor then it means that you have been appointed to deal with the Will and estate of a deceased individual.
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Pete Batchelor
Dec 21, 20232 min read
When It Comes To Your Will Paperless Might Not Be The Best Option
In an age where everyone is “going digital” we have to remember that this doesn’t always make estate planning easy.
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Pete Batchelor
Dec 21, 20232 min read
Funeral Plans as Part of Will Preparation
Preparing for end of life can be difficult, but it is important to ensure that your final wishes are carried out in the way that you desire.
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Pete Batchelor
Dec 21, 20233 min read
Avoiding Probate Disputes
There have been many high profiles cases relating to probate disputes that do nothing more than highlight how untidy a dispute can become.
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Pete Batchelor
Sep 28, 20232 min read
As Cohabitation Rises - Are Unmarried Couples Protected?
A change in the dynamic of how we live can mean that problems are created when someone sadly passes away.
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Pete Batchelor
Sep 28, 20233 min read
What Are The Effects Of Marriage Or Divorce On A Will?
Marriage and divorce can have significant effects on a person's Will and estate planning.
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Pete Batchelor
Sep 27, 20232 min read
I’ve Been Named as an Executor - Do I have to act?
The important thing is doing what is right for you and ensuring you get good advice early on.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 24, 20232 min read
Why Families Argue About Wills - A Quick Guide
Everyone hopes that when a loved one passes away, the process of dealing with their estate and assets goes smoothly, without any problems.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 21, 20232 min read
What Rights Does A Beneficiary Have When it Comes to a Will?
The beneficiaries themselves do not have any right to see the Will prior to the Grant of Probate being obtained.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 14, 20233 min read
Can I Write My Own Will?
Creating your own Will might seem like a simple idea because after all, how difficult can it be?
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 14, 20232 min read
Do I Need Probate? - When Probate Becomes A Requirement.
If you find yourself in a position where you have recently lost a loved one, you might be thinking that you need to apply for probate.
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Pete Batchelor
Aug 14, 20232 min read
Mistakes In A Will - There's More To It
For a Will to become Valid, there are formalities that must be observed, for example it is vital to follow the will signing instructions.
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Pete Batchelor
Jul 24, 20232 min read
What's More Important? What You Leave Behind or Where You Live?
Care home fee planning is vital and with more people living longer, more people are needing to cover the costs themselves.
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Pete Batchelor
Jul 23, 20233 min read
What Makes a Will Legally Binding?
You have to ensure that your document follows the strict legal requirements that make your Will legally binding.
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