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What Information Do You Need When Writing A Will?
A will is an important legal document that sets out how your assets and possessions should be distributed after you pass away.
When making your will, you will need to tell your will solicitor about the assets that you own. For example, property, savings, investments, vehicles and any other items of value. It is worth considering in advance who you would like to pass these items on to in the event of your death.
You can also include other wishes, such as the type of funeral you would like, and, for parents of younger children, you can specify who you would like to have responsibility for bringing up your children if you pass away.
There is a lot to think about when writing your will and it can seem daunting. However, an experienced wills and probate solicitor will be able to clearly explain everything to you, taking you through the will making process step-by-step and ensuring you carefully consider all of the options available to you.
Why You Should Use A Solicitor to Write Your Will
Will writing in the UK is unregulated, which means that anyone can set themselves up as a will writer. By choosing experienced will writing solicitors to prepare your will, you will be protecting yourself from unqualified and, sometimes, unscrupulous practitioners, giving you absolute confidence that your will is valid and meets all your requirements.
Unlike unqualified will writers, wills solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. As a result, they are bound by strict regulations that guarantee clients far greater protection and higher levels of expertise.
Unregulated will writers might appear cheaper than qualified will writing solicitors, but sometimes their initial quote can spiral, for example, by charging you for storage of your will, something which Beswicks’ wills solicitors provide free of charge.
Similarly, DIY wills can be high risk, as mistakes can mean your wishes are not carried out and your estate is not inherited by your intended beneficiaries.
Furthermore, if you do not ensure your will is signed and witnessed correctly, it will be deemed invalid, which means it cannot be used and you would die intestate. This means that your estate would be inherited by your closest living descendants. Not only does this mean that your wishes may not be carried out, but it can also create unnecessary difficulties when your estate is administered.
How Beswicks Legal Can Help with Wills
Beswicks’ expert wills and probate solicitors can guide you through the process of making your will, producing a professionally drafted will that ensures all of your wishes are taken into account.
We securely store all wills that we draft for no extra charge, so that you have complete peace of mind that your will is safe and available for your family when it is needed. We also register your will with the National Will Register, which gives you and your estate extra protection should your executors need assistance in locating the original will in the future.
A will is an essential document that every adult should have. By making your will, you will be protecting your family and ensuring the right people benefit from your estate when you pass away.
Contact our wills solicitors to book an appointment to make a new will or update an existing one.
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