Department: Wills & Probate
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Department: Wills & Probate
Can you be a beneficiary and an executor of a will?
Yes. The executors are the people appointed to manage the estate for the person making the will. Very often an executor is also one of the mai
Private WealthCan I dispute a will?
There are a number of grounds on which it is possible to contest a will:
Private WealthWhat is lasting power of attorney?
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows someone to choose other people who they trust to make decisions and take act
Private WealthWhat is a will?
A will is a legal document that sets out what happens to assets after you pass away, and how these assets should be managed.
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What is probate?
Probate is the process of dealing with a person’s estate after they have died. Through probate, assets are distributed according to the terms
Private WealthCan I give my home to my children as a gift?
Gifting your home can seem like an attractive solution, perhaps to help fund long-term care costs or to protect your property for future gener
Private WealthDo I have to sell my mum’s house now that she’s gone into a care home?
Your local authority will only help towards care fees once your mum’s assets (including her home) are worth £23,250 or less.