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Beware! The pitfalls of drafting your own Will
Many people will be aware that it is possible to write your own Will, or to purchase a kit that will assist you in writing your own Will. Whilst you...
Jun 02, 2023
‘Tea For Trussell’ Leeds North and West Foodbank event
‘Tea For Trussell’, Leeds North and West Foodbank – You are invited to attend our ‘Tea for Trussell’ grand event so be held on the 23rd of June at...
Jun 01, 2023
Acting under a power of attorney – giving gifts for someone else
When you find yourself acting on someone’s behalf under a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), it is essential to understand your responsibilities and...
Jun 01, 2023
Preparing for the Unexpected: Creating a Will at a Younger Age
When we think of estate planning and putting a Will in place, many young adults think that they have plenty of time before these matters need to be...
May 26, 2023
The Drawbacks of Using AI to Generate Wills
The Introduction of Artificial IntelligenceAs the field of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, its potential applications in various...
May 02, 2023
Getting started as an attorney
Whether you’re in the process of creating a lasting power of attorney with a loved one or have been appointed as an attorney and the donor has now...
Apr 27, 2023
HMRC investigations – what are they and why are they on the rise?
The HMRC are responsible for assessing all taxable estates and considering whether the correct information has been submitted, and tax paid....
Apr 24, 2023
Capital Gains Tax issues on sale of probate property
Capital Gains TaxIf a property is sold at a higher value than it was valued at the date of death (the Probate value) then this could result in...
Apr 13, 2023
Rectifying mistakes in Wills
Though it may be uncommon, it can sometimes occur that Wills contain mistakes or errors, even those prepared by a professional. It is important to...
Apr 06, 2023
The DWP have put me on notice of a ‘claim against the estate’. What is this, what should I do and what is the process?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) may review the financial affairs of someone who has died if they were in receipt of means-tested benefits...
Apr 04, 2023
Mental capacity: What is it and why do I need it to prepare a Will?
When ‘mental capacity’ is discussed, we are generally talking about a person’s ability to make informed decisions for themselves. The requisite...
Mar 23, 2023
The Pitfalls of Mirror Wills
What are Mirror Wills?As the name suggests, Mirror Wills are Wills which mirror one another and are commonly made by couples, whether they are...
Mar 21, 2023
