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THE WILL BUREAU

Wills & Estate Planning

That’s What We Do

Will Writing - That’s What We Do

TWB have been established for over 30 years and have always specialised in Will preparation; it is not an element of our business, it is our business.

The Will Bureau is at the forefront of its profession. Over many years our staff have established The Will Bureau’s (TWB) reputation for excellent service combined with sound practical advice and sympathetic attention to our clients’ needs.

You need a Will to ensure that your intentions for your estate are carried out, and that your heirs lose as little as possible in tax. Through the Wills we have prepared, we have saved our clients’ estates many thousands of pounds which would otherwise have been lost to the tax system. By making a Will, you are also helping your family by simplifying the administration of your estate and saving them time, unnecessary stress and cost.

Speak with us about preparing or renewing your Will if any or all of the following apply:-

  • you own property (whether in England, Wales or elsewhere ;

  • you have children, especially if they are under the age of18;

  • you have specific funeral wishes;

  • you already know your estate will attract inheritance tax;

  • you have a partner, but not married/in a civil partnership;

  • you have a complex family setup, such as second marriage and/or step-children;

  • you want to make provisions for friends, charities or other organisations;

  • you want to prevent a particular person from inheriting

 

Contact

5 Chase Side Southgate London N14 5BP

020 8920 3360

wills@twb.org.uk

Blog Posts
Severance of Tenancy
Severance of Tenancy

If you own property jointly, we suggest you read this! It might surprise you.

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Government to Legalise Remote Witnessing of Wills During Pandemic
Government to Legalise Remote Witnessing of Wills During Pandemic

As a consequence of coronavirus and to make it easier for people to record their final wishes during the pandemic, on July 25th 2020, the Government announced the following temporary changes:

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Estate Administrators: The Trustee
Estate Administrators: The Trustee

The role of a trustee is not to be underestimated. The duties and responsibilities of such offices are serious and as such should be undertaken with care.

If within a Will there are any trusts created, there will also be an appointment of people to look after the assets of the trust. These people are known as the trustees.

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Estate Administrators: The Executor
Estate Administrators: The Executor

The role of an executor is not to be underestimated. The duties and responsibilities of such offices are serious and as such should be undertaken with care.

It is the responsibility of the executor to ensure the terms of a Will are adhered to. As such it may be seen as quite a compliment to be asked to be an executor.

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The Common-Law Spouse Myth
The Common-Law Spouse Myth

No matter how many years cohabiters have lived together, no matter how many children they might have together, the fact remains that upon death, there exists no automatic cohabiter rights to a partner's estate. Moreover, in some circumstances, death can leave the survivor with nothing.

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Writing Life Insurance into Trust
Writing Life Insurance into Trust

When recommending a client follow this advice, it is very rare to not get asked: so what’s the benefit of writing life insurance into trust? Well, quite simply, doing so is one of the best and easiest ways of shielding a slice of your estate from Inheritance Tax (IHT) and thus safe guarding your wealth for the benefit of those who will ultimately benefit. Life insurance policies can make up a significant portion of your estate. By placing it in a trust, you can preserve it in its entirety and determine how and when your beneficiaries receive their inheritance.

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Explained: What is a Will and Do I Need One?
Explained: What is a Will and Do I Need One?

To reiterate, anyone over the age of 18 and who has capacity can make a Will. I strongly recommend doing so to anyone in a relationship, who has children, assets or a combination of all three. And importantly, Wills are not for just sorting out finances and property in the event of death; you can specify what should happen if you become incapacitated (known as an advanced decision, advance directive or living Will), appoint guardians for your children and even leave money to your friends or a charity.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Info For Our Clients
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Info For Our Clients

I am writing to you to reassure you that at The Will Bureau we are ensuring that our clients continue to receive  the highest levels of service, whilst of course taking actions to protect the wellbeing of our clients, staff, their respective families as well as the wider community. 

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Budget Changes Could Impact on Farming Families
Budget Changes Could Impact on Farming Families

As with most budgets, there is speculation surrounding inheritance tax (IHT) changes. The chatter is especially strong at the moment due in part to the recent recommendations by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Inheritance & Intergenerational Fairness (APPG IIF). The word is there could be changes focussed particularly on Agricultural Property Relief (APR).

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Becoming An Attorney - Real Talk
Becoming An Attorney - Real Talk

Being asked to take on the responsibility of being someone’s attorney can be both a stamp of one’s value and quite possibly, a burden. Having LPA duties is not something that should be entered or carried out half heartedly. You should think carefully about whether you are willing, able and committed to making the appropriate decisions as and when they arise.

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“Our Mission is to be the most comprehensive and trusted estate planning firm in England & Wales. We also strive to be the employer of choice for the nation’s estate planning professionals.”
— Andrew Edwards, M.D.
 

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