Why do we fail to plan for the inevitable – death – despite the impact on our families?
Month: October 2020
Video Will-witnessing: making it secure
The government has legalised video witnessing of wills - making it easier for people to record their final wishes during the coronavirus pandemic. As Kinherit previously commented, this is expected to encourage people to put their affairs in order, knowing they can do...
If your spouse dies, how much of their wealth do you get?
We are likely to lose a loved one at some point in our lives. But should your partner die before you, it does not mean you have to lose everything - including the roof over your head. Of course, nothing compares to the emotional loss that comes with the death of...
Are your children really your priority?
A Will is a legal document you create that sets out instructions for after you die. But what do you think its principle purpose should be? To say who will inherit your estate To say who should be in charge of managing your estate (the executor) To appoint guardians...
Why “partner-then-children” in Wills doesn’t work!
Would you like to leave what you own to your partner in first instance, and upon their death ensure your assets go to your children? This may sound like a sensible choice for someone who is married-with-kids. Unfortunately, it is not possible with a simple Will. If...
Why did the Financial Times tell people to share passwords?
Despite cyber security experts warning against writing down passwords, the Financial Times (9th June 2020) didn't just tell us to write them down - but suggested we share them to our family. But should you keep a note of passwords? One thing we can be certain of is...