Online Wills
I enjoyed an interesting evening at the Wills & Probate Summit from Today’s Wills & Probate at the end of February. The format was unusual in that dinner and drinks came before the serious debate, which made for a lively exchange of views! The hottest topic was online Wills and the room was divided between […]
We NEVER Under-Value Probate Property
An online search for ‘selling probate property UK’ produces an overwhelming 1.72 million results, with the first few pages full of companies that either buy probate homes for cash or auction them off. A seven-day turnaround is a recurring headline; all you need to do is put in the postcode. It would be easy to […]
Kingsley Napley Vlog 3: Undue Influence
Kingsley Napley has attempted to offer a user friendly consumer vlog by looking at the frequent issues arising in the creation of a valid Will. In the third instalment of our “Contesting a will” series, I explain what is meant by undue influence; Was the testator being unduly influenced before making their will? For further […]
Marking International Women’s Day In The Industry
Yesterday marked International Women’s Day which celebrates and highlights women’s achievements throughout history and how far we have come in gender equality since the Sex Disqualification Act was passed in 1919. Even though gender equality has advanced since the Act there is still a clear gap between women in law and women in senior leadership […]
Half Of Non-Decent Homes Placing Elderly At Risk
Over two million people aged over 55-years are currently living in sub-standard homes. According to the ‘Home and Dry’ report, carried out by the Centre for Ageing Better and Care & Repair England, 4.3 million homes do not meet ‘basic standards of decency’ because of ‘serious hazards’ which can affect an occupant’s health and well-being. […]