Ideally any independent who is not related to the maker of the Will. A beneficiary or a spouse or civil partner of a beneficiary must not witness a Will. It does not have to be a solicitor; it can be a neighbour or friend.
An executor is the person who has to deal with the deceased’s estate. Responsibilities include: paying of the deceased’s debts …
Read more Wills & ProbateNot necessarily. When we receive your Will instructions, we will look at your age and circumstances, and we will write …
Read more Wills & ProbateA personal representative is simply another name for someone who is an Executor or if there is no Will, is …
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 & ProbateIf the estate is valued at more than the nil rate band then the estate will usually have to pay …
Read more Wills & ProbateTo make a Will you must be over the minimum age limit and have “testamentary capacity”. This means you must …
Read more Wills & ProbatePartners will usually hold their property jointly, this is known as ‘Joint Tenants’. If you hold your property as Joint …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland you must be over 18, and in Scotland you must be over 16. …
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