You can appoint one or more relatives or close friends to act as guardians and assume parental responsibility. Always discuss this with them beforehand, and with your children if appropriate. Guardians can be the same individuals you choose to act as executors, but do not have to be.
Yes. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland you must be over 18, and in Scotland you must be over 16. …
Read more Wills & ProbateA Grant of Probate is the document that is issued to you by the Probate Registry. The document confirms your …
Read more Wills & ProbateOnly if there are serious disagreements between beneficiaries and/or the people making the Will.
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Read more Wills & ProbateWhen you act as an Executor you are expected to act reasonably and act in the best interests of the …
Read more Wills & ProbateYou should record your contribution and the way in which you would like the future proceeds of sale to be …
Read more Wills & ProbateThe Court has to give permission for a Statutory will. Statutory wills can be made by Deputies appointed by the …
Read more Wills & ProbateInheritance tax is charged at the rate of 40% on the value of your estate above the allowances available. The …
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