If the estate is valued at more than the nil rate band then the estate will usually have to pay Inheritance tax. However, there can be some exceptions to this and some reliefs or exemptions might be available that mean that Inheritance Tax does not have to be paid. We can advise on this and ensure that all available reliefs and exemptions are claimed.
Firstly you will need to break the news to friends and relatives, register the death and organise the funeral. It …
Read more Wills & ProbateYou should both make Wills to ensure a fair division of assets if one of you dies shortly after the …
Read more Wills & ProbateNo. A Will should reflect your circumstances as they are now, not what they might be in the future. You …
Read more Wills & ProbateMarriage will cancel your Will unless it was prepared in expectation of the event. Getting divorced will not cancel your …
Read more Wills & ProbateGenerally, if you own land, property or any other asset in a foreign country, you should have a Will prepared …
Read more Wills & ProbateThe intestacy rules would apply to your estate and your partner would receive nothing under these.
Read more Wills & ProbateYou can appoint one or more relatives or close friends to act as guardians and assume parental responsibility. Always discuss …
Read more Wills & ProbateConsider giving your wife a lifetime right to benefit from your estate. This will enable her to carry on living …
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