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15th September 2017

Executorship – Could you do it?

What is an Executor? An Executor is the person or people appointed by a Will to deal with the affairs of the deceased. Duties and responsibilities of Executors As an Executor, you are responsible for identifying all assets and liabilities held by the deceased. With this information, you must then complete the relevant inheritance tax […]

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10th July 2017

Pet Lovers and Probate

For those of us with furry friends, we do sometimes wonder what life will be like for them should we pass away. We want to ensure they are protected and loved once we are no longer there to look after them. It is possible to leave your animals in your Will to friends or family […]

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3rd July 2017

Ten Celebrities & their peculiar wills and bequests.

Janis Joplin Recording artist and songwriter Janis Joplin, famous for her work in the 1960s and 70s, met a tragic death in 1970. Perhaps as a means of wanting to leave a positive memory for her family and friends, Joplin’s will set aside $2,500 for a wake party in the event she passed away. Mark […]

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3rd July 2017

Further Gifts of Residue – The importance of making further provision in your Will

When drafting your Will inevitably the most important decision is who will benefit from your assets. Most people will have a clear idea on the beneficiary of their estate at the point of drafting a Will. But many fail to consider what may happen should their desired beneficiary die before them. On the death of […]

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