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We are obviously advocates of estate planning. We run a Will Writing business after all so you know our advice is more likely to be ‘you need a Will’ rather than the opposite. BUT… and here is the thing; we will only provide what we believe to be the correct

There are a few things to think about in 2022 with considerations like the rising cost of living etc. With everything seemingly increasing in cost whether its energy bills, the cost of property, the second hand car market or even, dare we say it – Freddo Bars, you should consider

One thing is for certain, death and taxes are inescapable. What matters is when you take action and how much you plan.  What precautions you take will have an important impact on your loved ones. Just know that at some point, we’ll all pass away.  The important question to ask

It is never nice to think about our own demise. Many of us feel invincible but the sad truth is that, at some point, we are all going to shuffle off this mortal coil. If that isn’t bad enough, imagine everything that could possibly unfold after we have gone, going

A Will is the most important legal document you will ever make. In England and Wales, your Will must conform to the Wills Act 1837 and the way that it is drafted and the clauses used can have a huge impact on the effects and protection it affords. Most people

By Sara Sheppard – FSWW TEP As you all know I am a Fellow of the Society of Will Writers (FSWW), and when I first started SLS Wills and Law in 2017, I was looking for an additional governing body to enhance my business, to benefit me in my career

Wills are complicated documents at the best of times and when we throw complex family matters into the arena they have the potential to create a powder keg which could explode into a plume of additional problems. Let’s go back to basics: When a couple divorces, their existing Will is

Over the last few years we have experienced some troubling and challenging times. We have seen Covid and the challenges that has bought. More recently we’re dealing with the loss of HM Queen Elizabeth II and the national grief. Financially and economically, things are pretty turbulent and many of us

An LPA or Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows you (‘The Donor’) to appoint someone you trust (your ‘attorney’) to make decisions on your behalf should you lose the capacity to do so yourself or should you choose not to make decisions for yourself. This could

We woke up to the sad news that Angela Lansbury has sadly passed alway in her sleep a day before her 97th birthday. The actress truly was a treasure and will have been known to people, young and old for her roles in ‘Murder, She Wrote’, as well as being

What are Mirror Wills and Mutual Wills? It’s an interesting question… They are NOT the same and in this article we’ll explain the differences and what you may wish to consider. Firstly, Mirror Wills are a type of Will where a couple – typically (but not always) a husband and

SWW Conference – roundup This year saw the 25th anniversary of the SWW conference – a full days conference and followed by 3 workshops on the following morning.  The first day was themed around Vulnerabilities, and we were given the opportunity to listen to some very good speakers –  

Who Can You Trust with Your Last Power of Attorney? In England, if you want to appoint someone to make decisions for you when you can’t, you need to make a Last Power of Attorney or LPA. This document names the person who will be in charge of your affairs

Will Writing is one of those topics that isn’t always the most engaging. At this time of year, people start thinking about New Years Resolutions and I’d get around to ‘that’ after Christmas. When it comes to Will Writing, there are typically three different types of people: 1. Those who

When it comes to funeral wishes and writing a Will, there are many things that UK residents need to know. Funeral wishes allow you to communicate your final wishes for your funeral and burial to your loved ones. A Will is a legal document that allows you to designate who

The Christmas season is a time for giving, and what could be more important than giving your loved ones peace of mind in knowing that you have taken care of everything in the event of your death? Will Writing and Estate Planning are two essential steps to take to ensure

Estate planning is something that should be done regardless of your age. However, with 2023 getting underway, it’s important to start thinking about what you need to do during the coming year to prepare for the future. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the things that you

When it comes time to choose an estate planning firm, many people automatically go with a national business. While these businesses may have a wider reach, they often don’t offer the same level of personal service that you would get from a local estate planning firm like SLS Wills and