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Estate Planning Blog
Welcome to our blog about everything to do with estate planning. Here we aim to bring you the latest news and opinions on everything from writing your will to setting up a power of attorney.
Steve Bish
Aug 26, 2024
Digital assets and death
People are increasingly leaving a digital legacy after their death, as well as digital assets.
Steve Bish
Aug 2, 2024
When should I update my Will?
Having a Will in place gives most people great peace of mind, but it is important to review the document from time to time.
Steve Bish
Jul 23, 2024
Safeguarding Your Children's Inheritance From Divorce or Financial Challenges
There may be a situation where you want to leave an inheritance to your children but you have concerns about their spouses being able to...
Steve Bish
May 28, 2024
Three different ways to leave money in your Will to your children
Parents usually want to leave their money in their Will to children and grandchildren.
Steve Bish
Apr 25, 2024
Could your Will be invalid?
A Will is crucial in ensuring your loved ones will be cared for in the future in the way that you want.
Steve Bish
Jan 18, 2024
Value of unclaimed estates now exceeds £1 billion!
The government’s unclaimed estates list has exceeded £1 billion in assets.
Steve Bish
Jan 10, 2024
The Pitfalls of a DIY Will
There are risks if a Will is not correctly drafted and many legal cases have stemmed from someone making a DIY Will.
Steve Bish
Nov 28, 2023
New parents? – It’s Time to Make a Will
If you have children, it is always recommended that you have an up-to-date, valid Will in place.
Steve Bish
Oct 6, 2023
October is Free Wills Month
As this month is Free Wills Month, we wanted to bring to your attention our charity partners that we work with.
Steve Bish
Sep 7, 2023
The increasing use of Wills to create Trusts
Today, at S Bish Estate Planning, we look at how Wills being used to create trusts to benefit loved ones after someone’s death.
Steve Bish
Apr 17, 2023
The Perception of Will Writing & Estate Planning
The estate planning sector has seen significant growth in the last decade, with more people than ever before taking up Will writing services
Steve Bish
Mar 23, 2023
Don't Trust a 'Barrack-Room' Lawyer, When it Comes to Estate Planning and Wills!
When it comes to Estate Planning and Wills, many people think they can save money by writing their Wills themselves.
Steve Bish
Jan 17, 2023
Where there’s a will there’s a WAR!
The Voice star Bo Bruce’s inheritance battle over her mother’s will and estate is just one of several high-profile cases to hit the headline
Steve Bish
Jan 4, 2023
What is a Will, and do I really need one?
In simple terms a Will is a legal document which sets out the wishes of an individual - the testator.
Steve Bish
Dec 3, 2022
When a basic will might not be enough…..
Trusts can seem complicated but knowing which Trust to use for your circumstances is key.
Steve Bish
Nov 29, 2022
Making requests in your will
Wills are not only for distributing your estate. You can also make requests within your Will.
Steve Bish
Nov 24, 2022
Row breaks out over astronomer's £400,000 fortune after he changed Will on death bed
bizarre court fight over the £400,000 fortune of a celebrated astronomer who left everything to his 'best friend in his will.
Steve Bish
Nov 22, 2022
Aaron Carter 'died without leaving a will' - leaving young son's inheritance in doubt
Aaron Carter reportedly died without making a will, meaning the decision of who inherits his estate will now fall to the state of California
Steve Bish
Oct 26, 2022
Are You Amongst HALF of Over-40s Without a Will?
HALF of people over the age of 40 have not taken any steps to plan for later life or made a will
Steve Bish
Oct 19, 2022
Why writing a will is top priority in inheritance planning
Anyone in this country who does not have a will places their estate at the mercy of rules created by the government.
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