In our latest news, Family Matters are excited to announce that we are now sponsoring Newton Cricket Club seniors team, meaning you will now see our logo on the team’s shirts and a fab new hoarding at their ground. Even more exciting (for you!) is that we are now offering a 20% discount on all Family Matters services in association…
In this blog we answer your questions on whether you need to write a new Will. People often assume that once written, a Will is good for the rest of their life. Alternatively, people often believe their Will needs updating every year or so. However, whether your will needs changing is usually determined by changes that have occurred in your…
Whilst there are two types of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) in the UK, the one we are talking about here concerns the management of your health and welfare. This is known as a Lasting Power of Attorney Health And Welfare. Most people take both available LPAs, although it is not essential to take both at the same time. To…
Naming, or being named an executor of a will is an important responsibility. It means becoming familiar with the many responsibilities that being an executor entails. So who can be named as an executor, and can you renounce an executorship? We will answer these and many more questions in this post. Write a will. What Does It Mean To…
For initial advice about our will writing service, get in touch today. What Are Mirror Wills? In England and Wales, mirror wills,or joint wills, are commonly made by married and unmarried couples that have very similar wishes about what they want written into their wills. Married couples often write wills which are identical in their provisions, often leaving the estate…
When a marriage or civil partnership breaks down, tax is not usually at the top of the agenda. However, the impact on tax impact should not be underestimated. Advice should be sought early on to ensure that there are no unexpected tax consequences when you divorce. These might arise from changes in legislation or HMRC interpretation, and may mitigate any…
Will writing solicitors often say that when people believe they don’t need a Will, it is usually because they believe that the family home will automatically pass to their spouse or partner. And when people do write a Will it is out of concern about inheritance and the family home. They want to make sure their partner can continue to…
On 6 April 2022, the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 came into force. This is a new era for the law on divorce and civil partnership dissolution. Write a will HERE. Under the previous law, there was only one ground for divorce; the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. This was evidenced by one of 5 ‘facts’, either: Adultery (divorce…
Most types of estate planning protect your loved ones, your estate and assets after your death. LPAs or Lasting Powers of Attorney are the best way to protect you and your finances in your lifetime. Read on to learn more… What Does It Mean To ‘Manage Someone’s Affairs’? Managing someone else’s affairs can mean a number of things, including: Looking…
A person is entitled to leave their estate to whoever they want when they write a will. However, there are circumstances in which disputes over who is left what arise. This article will address how to make sure your wishes are followed through and your will is legally binding. With increasing numbers of second marriages and blended families people are…