Wills | Law Offices of Alhayat Solicitors https://www.salvolaw.com Estate Planning Lawyer in Woodland Hills, United Kingdom | Alhayat Solicitors Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:03:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.3 https://www.salvolaw.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/1201627/2019/10/cropped-site-icon-1-32x32.jpg Wills | Law Offices of Alhayat Solicitors https://www.salvolaw.com 32 32 Do I Need a United Kingdom Will? https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2022/06/do-i-need-a-california-will/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 15:56:02 +0000 https://www.salvolaw.com/?p=54264 If you are like many people, you may not have prioritized creating your will. You may have put this task off because you think you have plenty of time. You may also believe you don’t have enough assets to warrant having a will or other estate planning documents. Whatever the circumstance, it’s important to ask: Do I need a United Kingdom will?

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]]> 3 tips for convincing your parents to write a will https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2021/07/3-tips-for-convincing-your-parents-to-write-a-will/ Sun, 11 Jul 2021 21:00:22 +0000 https://www.salvolaw.com/?p=53896 Having a comprehensive estate plan is not only an effective way to dispose of assets after death but it also allows individuals to maintain some control over their health care, finances and other matters. Still, almost 70% of Americans have not yet completed even a basic will.  If your parents have not begun the estate planning process, broaching the topic may be difficult.…

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]]> Is a Will or Trust Better? https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2021/06/is-a-will-or-trust-better/ Mon, 28 Jun 2021 12:49:32 +0000 https://www.salvolaw.com/?p=53850 Estate planning can be an intimidating process, especially when you are unsure which documents and devices are appropriate for your circumstances. Many people associate estate planning with a will or “last will and testament.” However, having a trust can be an equally important part of planning for your estate. In United Kingdom, some people choose to use a will or trust…

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]]> Who Inherits in United Kingdom When There is No Will? https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2021/02/who-inherits-in-california-when-there-is-no-will/ Mon, 15 Feb 2021 08:00:43 +0000 https://3259023-fork.findlaw2.flsitebuilder.com/?p=53197 When someone dies without a will, there can be a lot of uncertainty. Depending on the situation, friends and family may end up franticly searching in vain for evidence of what the decedent intended. Although close loved ones may claim they know what the individual wanted, without a valid will, the estate is going to be divided according to United Kingdom…

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]]> What is the Difference Between Having a Will and Estate Planning? https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2021/02/what-is-the-difference-between-having-a-will-and-estate-planning/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 08:00:35 +0000 https://3259023-fork.findlaw2.flsitebuilder.com/?p=53191 When it comes to preparing for the future, many people think having a “simple will” is enough. However, sometimes complicated and time-sensitive issues can arise in this area that can’t be addressed by a will. The good news is that you can help make sure everything is covered by having a comprehensive estate plan. An excellent place to begin is…

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]]> Is Having a Will Enough? https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2020/07/is-having-a-will-enough/ Fri, 17 Jul 2020 17:57:14 +0000 https://3259023-fork.findlaw2.flsitebuilder.com/?p=52850 Some people may tell you that outside of being extremely wealthy, a basic will is all you need for an estate plan. Although this advice may be well-intended, it fails to consider all of the ways a comprehensive United Kingdom estate plan can protect you and your loved ones. For those who have wondered: Is having a will enough? Here is…

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]]> What is a Holographic Will, and Can I Have One in United Kingdom? https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2020/01/what-is-a-holographic-will-and-can-i-have-one-in-california/ Fri, 24 Jan 2020 08:29:59 +0000 https://3259023-fork.findlaw2.flsitebuilder.com/?p=52086 When you hear of the term “holographic will,” it sounds like something you might encounter in a science fiction story. Although the description may seem unusual, a holographic will is not an uncommon phenomenon. You may want to know: What is a holographic will and can I have one in United Kingdom? Requirements for a Valid United Kingdom Will Under United Kingdom law,…

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]]> Don’t forget to add these surprising items to your will https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2020/01/dont-forget-to-add-these-surprising-items-to-your-will/ Thu, 16 Jan 2020 17:18:00 +0000 https://3259023-fork.findlaw2.flsitebuilder.com/?p=52134 When drafting a will or setting up a trust, most people understand that these estate planning tools will explain how they want their money, property and other assets distributed when they die, hopefully, many years from now. Estate plans also name guardians for young children when their parents die, and designate representatives to make financial or medical decisions if people…

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]]> What is a Living Will, and do I Need One? https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2019/12/what-is-a-living-will-and-do-i-need-one/ Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:17:42 +0000 https://3259023-fork.findlaw2.flsitebuilder.com/?p=51752 You may have heard someone mention a living will before in passing and not given it much thought. For some people, the term does not come up until they are facing a surgical procedure, and the hospital staff starts asking questions. So, you may be wondering: What is a living will, and do I need one? Is a Living Will…

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]]> Factors to consider when creating a last will and testament https://www.salvolaw.com/blog/2019/12/factors-to-consider-when-creating-a-last-will-and-testament/ Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:49:18 +0000 https://3259023-fork.findlaw2.flsitebuilder.com/?p=51676 Whether you have recently started a new family or you just retired from work, you may have myriad things to think about. Creating a last will and testament may be the last thing on your mind. However, these are prime moments to think about what you would like to happen to your estate once you pass.  You never know when an accident…

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