If you have been left out of a friend or family member’s will, or if you do not think you have been left enough, then you may be able to make a claim for reasonable financial provision under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.

Someone who is older will generally feel more inclined to get their future sorted out.  Yet, that doesn’t mean that you need to wait until your first grey hairs appear to do this.  If you have assets and want peace of mind around what will happen when you have gone.

• Choosing the person or persons who will administer your estate
• Decide how and to whom you will leave your money, property and other assets
• Consider inheritance tax and how this may or may not affect your estate
• Make provision for disabled or incapacitated beneficiaries
• Create trusts for children or for the lifetime of the surviving partner or spouse

Someone who is older will generally feel more inclined to get their future sorted out.

Yet, that doesn’t mean that you need to wait until your first grey hairs appear to do this. If you have assets and want peace of mind around what will happen when you have gone, then getting a will is the best way to do this. If you are a homeowner, have children or have assets in the bank, own a small business or own pets, then you might want to put a plan of action in place to protect these in your absence. When thinking about your family and your possessions it should be clear whether or not you are in the right phase of your life to write a will. If you are, then get in touch and let us give you the security you need.