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 will inherit your property and assets after you die. In this article, we will discuss the importance of both funeral wishes and Wills, and provide tips on how to write them.
Funeral wishes are important because they give you a chance to express your final wishes for your funeral and burial. You can use funeral wishes to specify what kind of funeral you want, what kind of music you want to be played, who you want to speak at your funeral, and any other special requests you may have. Funeral wishes can also be used to express your wishes for your final resting place. You may want to be buried in a specific cemetery or you may have a preference for cremation. Whatever your wishes are, it is important to communicate them to your loved ones so that they can be carried out according to your wishes. Typically, these can be left in a document accompanying your Will called a Letter of Wishes.
Writing a Will is also important because it allows you to designate who will inherit your property and assets after you die. Without a Will, your property and assets will be distributed according to the laws of intestacy, which may not be what you want. In your Will, you can also appoint a guardian for your minor children. If you die without a Will, the court will appoint a guardian for your children.
Both funeral wishes and Wills are important documents to have in place before you die. If you don’t have either of these documents in place, your loved ones will have to make difficult decisions about your funeral and estate without knowing your wishes. This can add stress to an already difficult citation. To avoid this, be sure to speak to us about your letter of wishes and your Will, and keep them in a safe place where your loved ones can find them easily before the funeral is arranged.
For advice on writing your Will and help to set out your funeral wishes, contact us at SLS Wills and More to arrange an appointment.
