In previous articles, we have looked at the cost of cheap and DIY Wills. So, if you decide to hire someone to write your Will, what should you look for? 1. Check the small print. We would advise that when choosing a Will-writer, you check there are no hefty charges...
Month: May 2020
Understanding mental capacity
Parties contesting Wills typically claim there was “undue influence” placed on the deceased when he or she wrote a will. Or they may say that the testator (person writing the Will) did not have the “mental capacity” at the time. The number of inheritance disputes...
Seven reasons to write your own Will
There are many benefits to writing a Will, from making your final wishes known to protecting your loved ones. We have previously talked about what makes a Will valid and you may wish to Do It Yourself (DIY) in a bid to save time and money. However, there has been a...
A cheap Will can prove costly
Who doesn’t love a bargain? From sales to special offers, we like to feel as if we’ve got a good deal. And if our budget blender breaks, well, it’s disappointing but not a disaster. But what about your legacy? Sadly, cheap Wills can prove costly in the long-run. It...
Student nurse who heads Death Café calls for people to make end-of-life plans
Image right: Nicole Stanfield Caile and her late father, Chris Kouhi. Student nurse Nicole Stanfield Caile flew back to the United States to care for her estranged father in his dying days. But she was unable to grieve for him immediately after he died because he had...