by Matt Steel | 15 June 2023 | Private Client
Who has the right to deal with my body after I die? With the recent news that the Law Commission is set to review the “ancient laws” over what happens with a deceased’s remains, we look at the current state of affairs in this often hotly disputed area and how the law...
by Matt Steel | 08 June 2023 | Private Client
Why do I need to write a Letter of Wishes to go with my Will or lifetime trust? Very often a Will gives the executors discretion as to how to administer an estate. The Will or lifetime trust might create a discretionary trust which the trustees have discretion over. A...
by Matt Steel | 19 May 2023 | Private Client
There are two different ways of owing a property jointly: as joint tenants or as tenants in common. Joint tenants If you own a property as joint tenants, the co-owners own the whole property together and neither owner has a specific share. When the property is sold...
by Matt Steel | 24 March 2023 | Private Client
Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to secure a mortgage once retired or over the age of 60. However, aside from the usual risks associated with obtaining a mortgage, there are a number of extra considerations that retirees or borrowers in later life should...
by Matt Steel | 08 August 2022 | Private Client, Probate
Home > Private Client Trust Registration Service Guidance & HMRC Updates – What you need to know SHARE What is the Trust Registration Service? The Trust Registration Service (TRS) is an online service for trustees, or their agents (e.g. accountants or...
by Matt Steel | 18 July 2022 | Private Client, Probate
Home > Private Client What happens to your debts when you die? SHARE There are many misconceptions about debt and inheritance. It’s not correct that when a person dies, their debts die with them or that their family members are responsible for paying their...
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