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It is a mistake to think that Inheritance Tax (IHT) can be avoided by giving away assets during your lifetime. While it may often be the case that it is beneficial to pass on gifts during your life, you need to be aware that there could still be an IHT liability. The tax rules on

When someone has died and their Will can’t be located, although you are certain there is one, there are several courses of action you can take to try and locate it. If you make a Will, you should ensure that your loved ones know where it is being stored. Otherwise, there is a risk that

Making a Will may not be the first thing you think of when you’re getting divorced, but it is an important part of looking after your assets and making sure only those you choose will benefit from them. Even if you already have a valid Will in place, once you have decided to proceed with

When you’re writing your Will, you will need to choose the right person to be your executor. We look at what being an executor entails and whether that person can also be a beneficiary. It is important when writing your Will that the executor you name is someone you trust to deal with your affairs

There are a number of reasons why someone might wish to decline becoming an executor, despite having been named as one in a Will.  They may not have the time to deal with the administration of the estate, which could be lengthy and time-consuming. They may feel that the role is more than they can cope with,

When someone dies leaving a Will that creates a Trust, it can have implications for the person dealing with the administration of the estate. A Will may leave property or assets to a Trust so that an individual may benefit from them during their lifetime without actually owning them. For example, the deceased may have

When making a Will it is essential to have the legal and mental ability to understand the document and its effect. Without this, a Will is invalid and cannot be used. In the absence of any other Will, the estate would then pass under the Rules of Intestacy. A 2018 survey of family solicitors carried

Writing a Will involves more than simply choosing who to give your money to. We look at what you should consider when making a Will. Your Will is the document that tells people what you would like to happen to your estate after your death. If you have young children, it can also ensure that

More people than ever are leaving assets in foreign countries when they die, making administration of their estate more complex. We look at some of the main considerations. One of the first questions to be answered is which country was the permanent home or country of domicile of the deceased. If you are domiciled in