The list below is a collection of articles that refer to, mention or discuss Wills.
Taking about money can make you healthy, wealthy and wise, according to new research. Your health is improved by talking to family and friends about money matters because having a chat eases stress about finances. Wealth is improved because talking about money helps people consider new ideas about how to save and invest that improve … Read more
Millennials relying on an inheritance to help them buy a home have an unrealistic outlook, according to a new survey. Researchers found one in seven young adults were waiting for an inheritance before they reached the age of 35, even though the usual age to receive an inheritance is between 55 and 64 years old. … Read more
At last some good has come out of Brexit as the Ministry of Justice confirms a probate fee hike planned for April 1 has been shelved until further notice. The lack of Parliamentary time due to Brexit is blamed for delay. A Ministry of Justice spokesman explained the regulations to increase probate fees would go … Read more
Astonishing new official figures show that where your home is when you die has a huge bearing on how much inheritance tax is paid on your estate. The major factor is house prices and anyone with a home in London of the South-East pays more to the government. That’s because house prices inflate the value … Read more
Concerns over trusting dishonest relatives with their money are stopping one in three middle-aged people from making financial arrangements for their later years. Giving someone power of attorney is the recognised way of appointing a trusted person to manage someone’s finances once they can no longer do so themselves. But 79% of over 45s do … Read more
Three out of four people in a couple would rather tell their partners about their finances before they met rather than their dating history. That’s the result of a new survey into relationships and debt. The research also found just under half of people did not feel responsible for helping their partners with pre-relationship debts … Read more
Divorce numbers are falling in the UK – but older people are bucking the trend, according to official statistics. While divorce across all age groups dropped by 28% in the past 10 years, the numbers for the over 65s have rocketed. The number of men over 65 splitting up rose by 23%, while the number … Read more
With 1.9 billion people signed up to Facebook and even more having lists of online accounts, one of the questions never addressed is what happens to your online profile when you die. Online is big business, with around two-thirds of us banking online, shopping or accessing social media. Even more – up to 80% – … Read more
Talking about funeral wishes and who should inherit is a good way to relieve the stress on loved ones at the time of your death. A whole range of issues need thinking about, from the service and who gives eulogies to what happens to your personal treasures and wealth. The best way to prepare for … Read more
October 2016 is free wills month when charities urge the over 55s to make or update their simple wills without any charge. The campaign matches people with local solicitors who will advise them free of charge. Only one of a couple has to be aged over 55 to take up the offer. Having a current … Read more