The reality is that you can put off writing a Will until it is too late, and this poses all sorts of problems for loved ones left behind. It could mean that some, or all your inheritance, either goes to the wrong person or to the state.
Everyone needs to make a Will. Anyone with dependant relatives must do so. Anyone who owns a property or has any type of asset which you would wish relatives, friends, or charities to benefit from should also make a Will.
A Will enables you to plan exactly what will happen to your property (estate) following your demise. This ensures that those you would like to benefit do so, in accordance with your wishes and at the same time avoiding any disputes between relatives.
If you die intestate (without a will) there are strict laws about to whom and how your estate is distributed (see HMRC website for further information).
This causes two problems. First, the money may not go where you want, and secondly, it is likely to be inefficient for inheritance tax purposes.
The law says you must pay 40% tax on any assets worth over £325,000. People with valuable houses or larger estates could therefore pay a fortune. However, there are many legal ways you can plan to reduce this.
Bigmore Wills & Probate offer an initial, free consultation where we will listen to your wishes, discuss your options, and answer your questions. We will carefully guide you through the Will Writing process.
Depending on your circumstances we might discuss:
We may also discuss estate planning services such as trusts, lasting powers of attorney, equity release, probate, and funeral plans.
The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate Will writing, Trusts or tax advice.
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