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.
To make a Will you must be over the minimum age limit and have “testamentary capacity”. This means you must …
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 & ProbateYou can set aside money for her using a Discretionary trust, which will not affect her entitlement to state benefits.
Read more Wills & ProbateA Will can be cancelled simply by creating a new Will which states that all previous Wills are revoked. Your …
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 & ProbateYes. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland you must be over 18, and in Scotland you must be over 16. …
Read more Wills & ProbateInheritance tax is charged at the rate of 40% on the value of your estate above the allowances available. The …
Read more Wills & ProbateThere are two choices: You can apply yourself to the local Probate Registry, who will send you the forms you …
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