Will Writing Guides
Plain English guides on wills, inheritance, and estate planning.

Do I Need a Will?
Why every adult in England and Wales should have a will, and the risks of not having one.
Will Basics

How to Make a Will in the UK
A step-by-step guide to making a legally valid will in England and Wales, from choosing executors to signing and witnessing.
Will Basics

How Much Does a Will Cost?
A breakdown of will writing costs in the UK, from DIY kits to solicitors and online services.
Will Basics

Your Will-Writing Checklist
Everything you need to prepare before writing your will, from asset lists to executor choices.
Will Basics

What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
How the intestacy rules distribute your estate when you die without a will in England and Wales.
Intestacy Rules

Intestacy Rules in England and Wales
A clear explanation of the intestacy rules that apply when someone dies without a will in England and Wales.
Intestacy Rules

Understanding Inheritance Tax
A plain English guide to inheritance tax in the UK, including thresholds, exemptions, and how to reduce your bill.
Intestacy Rules

Who Can Inherit If There Is No Will?
A guide to who is entitled to inherit under the intestacy rules in England and Wales, and who misses out.
Intestacy Rules

Simple Will vs Mirror Wills
The differences between a simple will and mirror wills, and how to decide which is right for you and your partner.
Trust Planning