Plain English guides on wills, LPAs, inheritance, and estate planning.

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

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

A breakdown of will writing costs in the UK, from DIY kits to solicitors and online services.
Will Basics

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

How the intestacy rules distribute your estate when you die without a will in England and Wales.
Intestacy Rules

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

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

A guide to who is entitled to inherit under the intestacy rules in England and Wales, and who misses out.
Intestacy Rules

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