Probate

It is often the case that more than one executor is named in a Will. We take a look at how to deal with the administration of an estate where there are multiple executors. You can appoint up to four executors when you make your Will and it is can be advisable to appoint at

If you are dealing with the affairs of someone who has died, you are likely to have many questions. We answer some of the ones that are most frequently asked. Winding up an estate after a death can be complicated. Understanding the process before you start is important, so that you can decide whether you

Selling a property is one of the most stressful events we can go through and dealing with this after the loss of a loved one can be exceptionally difficult. We take a look at probate property sales and give you some tips to help you manage this challenging process. After someone’s death, if there is

If you are administering the estate of someone who has died and who held Premium Bonds, you need to know your options for dealing with them. Premium Bonds are issued by the government’s National Savings and Investments bank, which is backed by the Treasury. Holders can invest between £25 and £50,000. Instead of a regular

Executors who are dealing with the administration of an estate after someone’s death need to be careful not to breach the rules designed to protect beneficiaries. This includes not buying assets from the estate. Known as self-dealing, buying assets from an estate if you are a personal representative can mean that you have breached the

After a death, an estate executor or administrator is responsible for winding up the deceased’s affairs. This may include obtaining a Grant of Probate. We take a look at when banks will ask for a grant before releasing funds. In some situations, it is not necessary to obtain a Grant of Probate after someone dies.

If you are dealing with the estate of someone who has died, you will usually need to obtain a Grant of Probate. If the deceased was British and had assets in the UK but was domiciled overseas, you may still need to apply for this. Whether or not you need a grant will depend on

If you have been left a legacy in someone’s Will, you may be wondering how soon it will be distributed to you. We take a look at the probate process and why executors may wait a while before making payments to beneficiaries. After someone’s death, their executor or administrator will deal with the winding up

People are increasingly leaving a digital legacy after their death, as well as digital assets. We take a look at how to deal with the digital aspects of an estate. Dealing with someone’s online presence and digital matters after they have gone can be daunting. It is often difficult to identify exactly what they had

If you are named as an executor to the estate of someone who has died and they have left a gift to charity, there is a particular process you should follow in dealing with the legacy. Charities rely on money left to them in Wills and where your loved one has included a charity bequest,