Estate Planning and Wills

It is not safe to assume that on your death your money, property or possessions will automatically go to the people you wish to benefit. If you do not make a Will the law decides who inherits your Estate, not you.

Peter Hamilton, Partner at Tinsdills says:

“Making a Will gives you choice, certainty and piece of mind that your Estate will go where you want it to go.

Your Will can also deal with many other things including inheritance tax planning, funeral arrangements, appointing Executors and Trustees of your choice, appointing Guardians for your children, arranging legacies to family, friends or Charity and disposal of personal items.

With a Solicitors help, the process of making a Will can be simple and straightforward and can ensure that problems will be avoided.

For many people, inheritance tax planning is a major issue. The main purpose of having a Will drawn up is to provide for those you love rather than to deprive the tax man, but with good legal advice you may find that you are able to do both! Except complicated cases, the cost of making a Will is very modest and is well worth it for the piece of mind it brings. Even if you already have a Will, it is important that you review that Will regularly to take account any significant change of circumstances for you or your beneficiaries.

It is never too early to start planning ahead, so please contact any of the people below for more advice and assistance.

Neil Chadwick – Newcastle Office – 01782 612311
Hilary Knott – Hanley Office – 01782 652300
Peter Hamilton – Leek Office – 01538 399332
Or email: lawyers@tinsdills.co.uk