If you die
without leaving a will your estate (property, money, possessions etc)
will be divided up as the law directs. This may be to your spouse, your
children, your parents, your uncles aunts nieces and nephews or even the
government.
There is a
common misconception that if you are married everything you own will
pass to your spouse. This is definitely not the case, unless of course
you leave a will.
If you are an unmarried couple it is unlikely anything will pass to your partner, unless you leave a will.
If you are a
parent, wouldn’t you like to say who looks after your children in the
event of your demise? If you die without leaving a Will it is likely
your children will be placed in the care of Social Services.
Even if you are single, wouldn’t you like to choose who you leave your money to?
If you
already have a will it is important to review it regularly. It may be
your circumstances have not changed but the law or tax regime may have.
For
instance it was common practice for all Wills made between husband and
wife to have what is known as a survivorship clause included in it. It
may no longer be desirable for your will to contain such a clause as
instead of saving your beneficiaries tax it may actually be costly. To
read more click here
You can
have peace of mind by making your Wills today. Our Standard Next Steps
Will is only £149.00 and our Standard Next Steps Double Will for a
couple is only £199.00.
We are now pleased to announce the launch of our deluxe service for those who would prefer to meet an advisor and discuss their requirements. Our Next Steps Premier wills are only £249 for a single will and £299 for a double will.
