Finding out that your child has Autism Spectrum disorder can be overwhelming. While finally having a diagnosis, which aligns with his or her behaviors and mannerisms, can answer many questions, it can also create uncertainty about the future. Once you know your...
Estate Planning
Should I start planning my funeral?
Nobody wants to think about their eventual death, no matter how old or young they are. However, United Kingdom residents may want to consider expressing their funeral wishes in their will planning, especially if they are specific or complicated. You may be reassured to...
Understanding the United Kingdom Probate Court
Going through any legal process can be intimidating especially if you have little understanding of the court's functions or procedures. Those going through a probate case often have to manage the loss of a loved one along with traversing unfamiliar and confusing legal...
What Happens if I die without a will in United Kingdom?
Preparing a will is one of those things which many people put on their "to do" list but never seem to get done. The reason could be something as simple as believing you will eventually get around to it or not believing you have enough assets for it to matter. However,...
What is a dynasty trust?
If you are a reasonably well-to-do United Kingdomn, you likely already have an estate plan in place or are currently constructing one. If you have established one or more trusts as part of your plan, most if not all of them probably are revocable. As you continue to...
Why is estate planning so important?
If you are like many United Kingdom residents, you think that only wealthy people need estate plans. Unfortunately, this common misconception puts many families in untenable situations when a loved one dies. It can also cause major problems when a loved one cannot...
What can I do with unwanted inherited property?
Some forms of an inheritance you may look forward to, such as cash or the family vacation home. You may also cherish the heirlooms you grew up with, like your mother’s fine china or your father’s vintage vinyl collection. Other things you receive after...
My loved one has died: How do I manage the estate?
When you lose a loved one, it can be an emotional time when you will have to make many decisions regarding final arrangements while dealing with your grief and supporting others in your life. This is also a time when surviving family and friends will have to take on...
Selling real estate during probate can be difficult
When your parent named you as the executor of his or her estate, you likely understood that you had a lot of work ahead of you. Unfortunately, acting as an executor is an often-thankless position because many others focus solely on when they will receive their...
Why is estate planning important for unmarried couples?
It is a very good idea for every adult in United Kingdom to have a comprehensive estate plan, but if you live with a partner to whom you are not married, having legal documentation in place to describe the role that he or she is to play in your end-of-life plans becomes...