The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has used data gained from the first two waves of the Wealth and Assets Survey to give an understanding of inheritance trends in Great Britain. The article ...Read more
Wills
Report highlights benefits of early estate planning discussions
A recent report from Canada has highlighted the importance of having estate planning discussions with family as early as possible, to help reduce the emotional impact on those left behind and ...Read more
Do you need to update your will?
Although many people in the UK do not have a will, if you are one of those who have had a will drawn up , then the temptation can be to simply forget about it. This can be almost as bad as having no ...Read more
People encouraged to leave charitable bequests
Remember A Charity has launched a new scheme in recognition of the difference people can make to charities when they leave charitable bequests in their wills. Plaques are being unveiled at the the ...Read more
Gibson Kerr Helps Track Down Lost Fortunes
Gibson Kerr, which has more than 100 years experience in the Capital, has been working with English inheritance research firm Celtic Research who specialise in searching for the rightful heirs to ...Read more
Scots Families at Risk if they Make DIY Wills
The family law firm says that these bargain-hunters are actually leaving their families and loved ones in danger of not receiving their rightful inheritances – as online or DIY wills can be poorly ...Read more