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Wills, Trusts and Probate

13th February 2017

Why should you make a Will ?

Most people pass away without a Will and the statutory law (the Intestacy Rules) will determine who inherits their Estate. By completing a Will you retain choice and…

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20th January 2017

Inheritance Tax

Inheritance tax (IHT) is a tax on the value of a person’s estate on death and on certain lifetime gifts. This article focusses on IHT when someone dies…

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2nd August 2016

Should you review or update your Advance Decision or Living Will?

Even if you are currently in good health and have a Lasting Power of Attorney over Health & Welfare matters it is important to update or at least…

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1st July 2016

10 Reasons why you should make a Will

Why do you need a Will? To be sure your wishes are followed when you die a Will is essential. By having a Will you can ensure that…

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29th June 2016

Reasons to review and update your Will

It is advisable that you review (not necessarily change) your Will every one to two years or whenever there is a major change in your circumstances. Such as:…

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27th June 2016

Lasting Powers of Attorney- do you need one? And should you attempt a D.I.Y job?

The Alzheimer’s Society has calculated that in 2015 there were 850,000 people with dementia in the UK. This is set to rise to 1 million people in the…

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15th June 2016

Are you based in the Ipswich area and need assistance with your Will?

We are pleased to invite you to our Free Advice Surgeries covering the following topics: Wills, Powers of Attorney, Probate and Court of Protection

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3rd September 2015

What is Warranty and Indemnity Insurance?

On a sale of shares, typically the seller will provide warranties and, where there is a perceived higher risk, indemnities to the buyer on a broad range of…

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29th June 2012

Don’t delay: Make your will today

Making a Will is probably one of the most important and worthwhile things you can do. It is, however, staggering just how many people in the UK fail…

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