We should all have a will. It is never too early or too late to ensure that you have a will that is valid in the eyes of the law which states what you want to happen on your death.

There are many misconceptions about what happens to a person’s estate upon death. A surviving spouse will not necessarily be the sole beneficiary and without a will, an unmarried partner has no automatic entitlement to a share of the estate. With Inheritance Tax payable upon death a will provides you with an opportunity to distribute your assets in a tax-efficient way.

What is a will?

A will is a legal document which states what you want to happen on your death. You can appoint people to administer your estate (executors), decide who should and should not receive your money, property and possessions, make particular gifts which might be money, personal items, jewellery or family heirlooms, indicate who you want to look after your children, and set out your funeral arrangements.

A will can also help avoid family disputes.

At Higgins Miller, we offer competitive fees for preparing your will which includes meeting with one of our specialist solicitors and preparing a draft will for you to consider. All our wills are set at a fixed fee so you can be reassured of the cost from the outset.

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How often should you review your will?

You should look to review your will every 3 – 5 years to make sure it reflects your wishes. Any changes in your financial or family circumstances should be reflected in your will.

  • The birth of a child or grandchild
  • You get married, separate or divorce
  • An executor is no longer suitable or dies
  • A change in your assets
  • Changes to beneficiaries
  • You change your mind

Changes in circumstances may require a new will or a simple change could be incorporated into a codicil which supplements the provisions of the existing will.

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To arrange to meet with one of our solicitors please contact us on 0161 429 7251 or email [email protected]

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