We’ve all probably heard a tale or two about predatory marriages, whether through the news or even perhaps someone you know where a vulnerable adult, often elderly or someone suffering from loneliness, isolation or cognitive decline, has been a victim of financial abuse. Typically, the [...]
Many of us have thought about safeguarding our estate and have been planning ways to best minimise inheritance liabilities for our family and loved ones. Whether that includes monetary gifts, transferring property during our lifetime, setting up trusts, or using tax-free allowances. Some people have [...]
Often people associate the necessity of having a Will in place as something to do later in life or at the point where they may own a property, or assets of a more substantial value. This means they may fail to put in place a [...]
When losing a loved one, it is easy to let emotions dictate important decisions when it comes to tying up the deceased’s affairs and this can sometimes cause disputes between family and friends if not everyone agrees, and this is why Executors are appointed. An [...]
When a loved one passes away, the heightened emotions of those closest can often exacerbate situations, particularly when it comes to the deceased’s Will and Probate matters. In some cases, a Will is challenged because someone believes that they have been unfairly treated or that [...]
It is easy to assume that in the absence of a Will, any assets/inheritance will go to your partner, but this is not necessarily the case. If you haven’t made a Will nominating executors and outlining the beneficiaries you wish to inherit your estate, the [...]
Blended families have become more common, and the intricacies of relationships and the sharing of assets can present unique challenges in estate planning. Drafting a Will within a blended family context requires a delicate balance of consideration, sensitivity and fairness. Blended families often involve children [...]
In 2019, famous fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, best known for his involvement with brands such as Fendi and Chanel, passed away leaving a large sum of money, speculated to be around $1.5 million, to his beloved cat! This opened a discussion on how pet owners [...]
