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The beneficiaries themselves do not have any right to see the Will prior to the Grant of Probate being obtained.

You have to ensure that your document follows the strict legal requirements that make your Will legally binding.

Although near neighbours, and both being a part of the United Kingdom, there are some notable differences between laws in Scotland and laws in England & Wales.

The following guide gives important information on how this can be achieved and advice on how to sign your power of attorney.

The rules on how a Will should be signed and witnessed in Scotland differ from the rest of the UK and this guide gives step-by-step instructions on what you will need to do to ensure your Will works as planned.

Making decisions, when suffering from grief, can seem impossible. Our judgement maybe clouded, and we may act out of character.

As part of the 2024 Budget, Rachel Reaves announced some significant changes to the treatment of assets for Inheritance Tax.

Inheritance is the natural result when we pass away and a Will determines who our estate passes to when that time comes.

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.

For many, writing a Will is something that is put off. Like many important things in life, it is something difficult to consider, especially having to think about what might happen when we are no longer around.

Often a mistake made when writing a Will is not identified until someone passes away and it is not then possible to correct it.

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.

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.

In an age where everyone is “going digital” we have to remember that this doesn’t always make estate planning easy.

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.

There have been many high profiles cases relating to probate disputes that do nothing more than highlight how untidy a dispute can become.

A change in the dynamic of how we live can mean that problems are created when someone sadly passes away.

Marriage and divorce can have significant effects on a person's Will and estate planning.

The important thing is doing what is right for you and ensuring you get good advice early on.

Everyone hopes that when a loved one passes away, the process of dealing with their estate and assets goes smoothly, without any problems.