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What Happens If You Die Without a Will in England and Wales?
You might be surprised by how many people put off writing a Will. Some assume they're too young. Others think they don't own enough assets for it to matter. Many simply believe their family will sort everything out when the time comes. The trouble is that if you die...
Do I really need Lasting Powers of Attorney?
Most people understand why they need a Will. Ask the same people about a Lasting Power of Attorney and you'll often get a puzzled look. A Will protects your wishes after you've died. A Lasting Power of Attorney protects you while you're still alive. In our experience,...
Five Costly Mistakes People Make When Writing Their Own Will
A Will is one of the most important documents you'll ever sign. Yet every year, thousands of people decide to write one themselves. I understand the appeal. DIY Will kits are inexpensive. Online templates promise a quick solution. Some people assume their wishes are...
What happens to my house after I die?
For most people, their home is their biggest asset. It's also the asset families worry about the most when someone dies. One of the questions I hear regularly is: "What happens to my house when I die?" The answer depends on several factors, including whether you have...
What is a Blended Family and Why Does It Matter When Making a Will?
Families look very different today than they did a generation ago. Second marriages are common. Long-term relationships often begin later in life. Many couples bring children from previous relationships into a new family unit. Collectively, these are often referred to...
What happens to my Digital Assets when I’m gone?
Most people know what they want to happen to their house, savings and personal possessions when they die. Ask them about their digital assets and you'll often get a blank look. The reality is that many of us now own things that exist entirely online. Some are worth...
Can You Exclude Someone from Your Will in England and Wales?
One of the most common questions people ask when writing a Will is whether they can leave someone out. The short answer is yes, you can exclude someone from your Will. However, doing so is not always straightforward, and in some cases it can lead to legal challenges...
What Happens If You Die Without a Will in England and Wales?
Many people assume their estate will automatically pass to their loved ones when they die. In reality, if you die without a Will in England and Wales, your estate is distributed according to strict legal rules known as the rules of intestacy. These rules decide who...
Do I Need a Will if I’m Married in England and Wales? (Sheffield Guide)
Do you need a Will if you’re married? Many people assume everything passes to their spouse, but that’s not always the case. Learn how to protect your family and estate properly.
Why So Many People Delay Writing a Will and What You Can Do About It
A recent national survey found that more than half of adults in the UK do not have a valid Will in place. Of those, around one in three said they intended to write one but had not yet got around to it. A further 20 percent said they had no intention of making a Will...
The team have more than 50 years combined experience of helping assist clients with their hard earned wealth, and ensuring this is passed to their nominated beneficiaries. In this time we have written many wills and referred work to solicitors. We have received constant feedback from clients that solicitors don’t seem interested in the work, getting a solicitor is too expensive to help me with my will. I am very passionate about the service and advice that I provide to clients so on the back of this feedback AHJ Wills & Estates was born.
We will conduct face to face meetings to ensure that what can be a very daunting area to discuss for a lot of people is made simple, understandable and provide peace of mind to clients.
We adhere to the highest of standards of will writing and this is demonstrated by our membership of The Society of Will Writers.
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