My friend has died and I’m executor. Do I have to do it?
Q: My best friend has just died and she has named me as executor in her Will. She…
Debts aren’t written off when someone dies
Many relatives end up in a very difficult situation when a loved one dies leaving debts, especially…
How does Inheritance Tax work when someone dies?
by Nigel Merchant, Kings Court Trust Nigel Merchant, a Regional Probate Consultant at probate specialists Kings Court Trust,…
What to do after a death: the next steps
It is a stressful time when someone passes away and grief is not the only strain relatives…
How to value the debts of an estate for probate
When someone dies one of the most important tasks of executors (called ‘administrators’, if there isn’t a…
How to register a death
There are many things to organise when someone dies and it is easy to forget vital steps…
Power of attorney fees see 15% cut
by Sarah Ashcroft The government has announced that people applying for a lasting power of attorney (LPA) will be helped…
Banks improve their handling of powers of attorney
by Sarah Ashcroft A power of attorney is a hugely important document that effectively puts one person’s future in the…
General power of attorney useful when moving overseas
Heading overseas to start a new life is a popular move among Britons, with destinations such as…
How to register a lasting power of attorney
If you’ve chosen someone to look after your affairs in case you’re not able to control them…