Clear, practical guidance on wills, LPAs, inheritance tax, and more. Written by experts, reviewed by solicitors — designed for real families.
Everything you need to know about creating, updating, and managing your will in England and Wales.
A complete, step-by-step guide to writing a legally valid will — from choosing executors to signing and witnessing requirements.
Read guide WillsCompare the cost of writing a will online, with a solicitor, or through a will-writing service. Find the right option for your budget.
Read guide WillsDying intestate means the law decides who inherits — and the results can be surprising. Here's what actually happens.
Read guideUnderstand LPAs, who needs one, and how to set them up to protect your finances and healthcare decisions.
An LPA lets someone you trust make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity. Here's how they work and why they matter.
Read guide LPAFrom registration fees to solicitor charges — a transparent breakdown of how much a Lasting Power of Attorney costs in 2026.
Read guide LPAThe two types of LPA serve very different purposes. Learn which you need — most people should consider both.
Read guideThe bigger picture — protecting your assets, providing for your family, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks.
Not sure where to begin? This guide walks you through the essential steps to building a solid estate plan from scratch.
Read guide Estate PlanningA printable checklist covering everything from wills and LPAs to pensions, life insurance, and digital assets.
Read guideWrite your will online in 15 minutes, or set up a Lasting Power of Attorney. Expert-reviewed and legally binding.
Understand UK inheritance tax thresholds, exemptions, and practical strategies to reduce what your family owes.
The current nil-rate band, residence nil-rate band, and how they apply to your estate. Updated for 2025/26.
Read guide Inheritance TaxFrom gifting strategies to trusts and business relief — practical ways to legally minimise your family's IHT liability.
Read guideWhat happens after someone dies — from applying for a grant of probate to distributing the estate.
Probate is the legal process of dealing with someone's estate after they die. Here's what it involves and when you need it.
Read guide ProbateThe typical probate timeline in England and Wales, what causes delays, and how to speed up the process.
Read guideBig life changes — marriage, parenthood, divorce, bereavement — and the estate planning steps you should take.
Marriage automatically revokes your existing will in England and Wales. Here's what you need to do and when.
Read guide Life EventsBecoming a parent changes everything — including who would look after your children if something happened to you.
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