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Wills Not Up to Date Across The UK

A worrying survey has found that almost one third of wills across Britain are not up to date. A recent survey found that 64% of adults do not have a will, with 32% of all wills currently out of date.

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Pension Reform Provides More Questions Than Answers

The National Association of Pension Funds (NAPF) has accused the Government of creating more questions than answers in the proposed overhaul of the UK pension system.

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The antiques no-show

‘Keep it in the family’ was a mantra that used to be adhered to by Brits when valuable family items and heirlooms were passed down to them.

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Inheritance Tax frozen until 2019

Two months ago the Chancellor, George Osborne, announced that the inheritance tax threshold would be frozen until 6th April 2015, when it would be increased to £329,000.

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Americans only save half of their inheritance

A recent study from Ohio State University has looked into what the average American does with inherited assets.

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Latest News

20 December 2023
Legal Services for the Elderly
Navigating the complexities of inheritance law is essential for providing clarity and peace of mind. In this guide, we'll shed light on the specificities of spousal inheritance. Does a Spouse Automatically Inherit Everything in Scotland with a Will? ...
30 November 2023
Family Law
Navigating the legal landscape can be complex, and one area that often raises questions is the concept of cohabiting relationships. Understanding the legal implications of cohabitation is essential. What is the Meaning of a Cohabiting Relationship? A...
31 October 2023
Estate Agency
When it comes to purchasing a property in Scotland, it's important to understand the intricacies of the tax system. One common question that arises is whether first-time buyers are required to pay stamp duty. In this guide, we will delve into the top...
12 June 2023
Estate Agency
New data from TSB shows that, in Scotland, first-time buyers paid less for a deposit from January to March than in the last three months of 2022. Analysis has found that average deposits for first-time buyers in Scotland decreased to £31,261 in the f...
23 May 2023
Legal Services for the Elderly
There may come a point as we age when we lose our marbles. By that, we mean that we lose what attorneys refer to as our mental capacity to make decisions about our finances and physical well-being. We generally take that for granted in our daily live...
19 May 2023
Estate Agency
Obviously at this crucial stage, every little bit can help when you are faced with finding a deposit, removal costs, and legal fees, to say nothing of furnishing and decorating your new home! One of the important ways that you can get “money for noth...

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