probate
Practical considerations for writing your will
It’s absolutely something we need to do long before anyone has any need of it. An up-to-date, easy-to-understand will can save your executors from a great deal of anxiety and effort. But our experience suggests that are a few things to think about carefully before signing off. Can you do-it-yourself or do you need professional […]
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News for you and your seniors January 2022
Here’s a roundup of important updates affecting you and your older relatives, from driving licences to mobile banking and state pensions. A reminder that anyone over 79 should renew their driving licence. It costs nothing but may take longer because, of course, of the effects of coronavirus. A growing number of ‘baby boomers’ are moving […]
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What to do when you are named as the executor of a will
By Jodie Wielgus, Ramsdens Solicitors One of the most important aspects of caring for an older relative or loved one is helping them sort out their financial affairs, ensuring they are able to enjoy their twilight years with peace of mind. This means helping them take care of their assets and obligations while they are […]
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News roundup for caring families
In our latest summary of news and views that affect anyone caring for older family and friends, we’ve read that: State pensions are confirmed to rise by 4% next April Changes in state pension rules have accelerated topping up We can estimate how much pension we will need in later years Plans to increase probate […]
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Eldercare news – late July 2019
In our latest round-up of news for anyone supporting older family and friends, you can find: Unqualified care workers Scotland care complaints Care prosecutions in England Family spending on care homes Postcode lottery for healthcare funding Plans to take pressure off GPs Inappropriate referrals to GPs from 111 App to diagnose UTIs Changes to Family […]
Read moreNews bits May 2019
In this week’s news: A hospital trust is fined for refusing to allow a vulnerable patient be released into the care of her family Bank transfers are due for extra safety checks, but not yet There are more calls to cut stamp duty for downsizing retirees Scotland has joined Wales in passing a law on […]
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News bites
This week’s eldercare news looks at Carer’s Credit; price rises for dental care, probate, mobile phones and more; e-prescriptions for some controlled drugs; reasons to take more Vitamin D; good practice for private care providers; feeling younger by being in control; and PIP reviews Heard of Carer’s Credit? You may be missing out The Telegraph […]
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What happens if a relative dies intestate?
Update February 2020. According to Which? two in five homeowners don’t have a will, which means rules of intestacy will apply should they die. And that could mean property going to unintended recipients. The death of a relative is always a difficult emotional time for the surviving family members and friends, but if the deceased […]
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How to contest a will and why
There are all sorts of reasons why people might be unhappy about the contents of a will, from concern about undue influence to surprise at who’s received what. For anyone who wants to contest a will after the fact, it’s a complicated and arduous process. David Williamson of Coles Solicitors explains why and how. Understanding […]
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Wills and Probate – why are they so important?
When it comes to preparing a will or organising probate a lot of us don’t know much about what’s involved. Here’s a comprehensive funeral guide from ArrangingaFuneral.com, for advice on how to navigate these waters in the event of a parent’s passing. Why is a will important? When a parent passes away, it can be […]
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