As Christmas Eve approaches and we put the finishing touches on wrapped presents, there’s one gift that won’t fit under the tree but means more than anything money could buy. Making a Will as a Christmas gift to your family might sound unusual, but it’s the ultimate expression of love and care during this season […]
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What happens if there’s no Will when someone passes away in England and Wales? Without a valid Will, the government’s intestacy rules take control of your estate. Instead of your personal wishes guiding asset distribution, rigid legal rules determine who inherits. Therefore, understanding what happens if there’s no Will matters for everyone planning their estate
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How to Choose Guardians for Your Children: One of The Most Important Decisions in Your Will Learning how to choose guardians for children represents one of the most emotionally challenging yet crucial decision in Will planning. No parent wants to contemplate leaving their children, yet responsible parenting demands preparing for every possibility. As December brings
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Write Your Own Will: Complete Step-by-Step Guide for UK Residents The ability to write your own Will remains one of the fundamental rights in England and Wales. No law requires professional involvement, and thousands of people successfully create valid Wills independently each year. However, the difference between a valid Will and an effective Will often
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Balancing Family Inheritance and Charitable Giving: Creating a Will That Honours Both The desire to support charitable causes whilst ensuring family security creates one of estate planning’s most delicate balancing acts. As November brings both family gatherings and charitable appeals, many people grapple with incorporating generosity into their Wills without disadvantaging loved ones. At A.D.E
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LPA vs Enduring Power of Attorney: Understanding the Critical Differences Confusion between LPAs and Enduring Powers of Attorney remains surprisingly common in 2025, nearly two decades after EPAs were replaced. Many families discover old EPA documents in filing cabinets, wondering if they’re still valid or need updating. Others hear conflicting advice about which document they
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What is Estate Planning? Your Essential Guide to Family Protection Estate planning encompasses far more than simply writing a Will. It represents a comprehensive approach to protecting your family’s future, ensuring your wishes are honoured, and providing security during life’s uncertainties. Yet surprisingly, over 60% of UK adults have no estate planning in place whatsoever.
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Choosing an executor represents one of the most crucial decisions in creating your Will. This person will manage your entire estate, pay debts, distribute assets, and potentially navigate family dynamics during an emotional time. Yet surprisingly, many people spend mere minutes on this selection, often defaulting to their eldest child or spouse without considering the
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The Office of the Public Guardian (‘OPG’) has announced a fee increase for Lasting Power of Attorney registrations. From November 17, 2025, the fee rises from £82 to £92 per LPA. This marks the first increase in several years. The LPA fee increase in 2025 affects anyone planning to set up these crucial legal protections.
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Your estate planning checklist begins with understanding the journey ahead. Throughout this Free Wills Month series, we’ve explored why professional planning surpasses free alternatives. Today, however, we provide your practical roadmap to comprehensive estate protection. Furthermore, from initial thoughts to implemented plans, discover how A.D.E Wills guides families through each crucial step. Therefore, this final
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