Simpler Law News & Advice.

Creating your own Will might seem like a simple idea because after all, how difficult can it be?

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.

For a Will to become Valid, there are formalities that must be observed, for example it is vital to follow the will signing instructions.

Care home fee planning is vital and with more people living longer, more people are needing to cover the costs themselves.

Talking about death with loved ones is a challenging task but it is one that is hugely important.

If you are an unmarried couple that are cohabiting, and do not yet have a Will, then it could be time to consider your position.

If you are looking to reduce the amount of inheritance tax you pay then there are some things that you can do to legitimately reduce it.

Are you wondering if you need to review your Will? Well, if you are considering it then the answer is probably yes!

Key life events, for example getting married or divorced, having children, or the buying / selling of property can have a significant impact on your Will. This is likely to lead to the Will not achieving your final wishes.

Executors may be tempted to go through this Probate themselves and make the application to the Court - This is not always the best way.

If you are thinking about giving Power of Attorney to someone close to you, there are certain things that you need to consider.

Over the past few years one issue with applying for Probate has been the time taken for the Grant to be issued by the Court

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