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Wills & Estate Planning
Making a Will is an expression of
your wishes when you die.
Just a third of the adult population
have made a Will, the rest just leave it to chance.
But for those who don’t leave a Will the Intestacy
Laws, which govern what happens if you don’t, may
have a few surprises in store for your loved ones
There are many reasons why you should
not leave it to chance
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It’s an expression of your wishes
in relation to your money and property and who
benefits from it. You can’t take it with you,
remember.
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If you don’t leave a will you
could leave your loved ones in financial
difficulty. The law is not sentimental. If you
leave a spouse and children your husband or wife
does not get everything and most of it could be
tied up in trust.
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If you have re-married, your
children from your first marriage may not get
anything.
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You may want to make provision
for a disabled spouse or child.
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You may want to leave something
to Charity or a gift to a friend or relation.
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You can appoint a guardian for
your infant children.
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You could save part of your
estate paying Tax at 40%.
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Your existing Will may need
updating if circumstances have changed.
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Divorce affects provisions under
an existing Will.
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It helps prevent arguments when
you have gone.
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It prevents people you may never
have met, or whom you dislike, from benefiting.
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It’s not that expensive.
At the end of the day it stops you
worrying and provides peace of mind
We can advise you on the best way to
make a Will which meets you particular
circumstances.
We can advise on tax and trusts to
ensure that those you want to benefit do benefit.
We can act as Executors of your Will
if you have no-one else or you want a professional
to oversee your estate
Most importantly, we will ensure you
get it right and it is validly executed
Contact
chris.dewhurst@challenor-gardiner.co.uk ,
nick.bingham@challenor-gardiner.co.uk and
lyn.tomlins@challenor-gardiner.co.uk for more information
Call
01865 721451
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