Irreconcilable bequests Generally speaking, if two clauses of a will are clearly irreconcilable, effect should be given to the later clause and not the former. Insufficient assets If there are …
Probate and Confirmation Forms PA1 Probate Application Form: This form as well as any accompanying sections (PA1A, PA2, PA3, PA4) are to be filled when applying for probate in cases …
Leasehold property is special in that the lease under which the property is held sometimes contains provisions requiring the death certificate, probate or letters of administration and a copy of …
The transfer is made on form AS1 (or form AS3 if only part of the property is being transferred or if the property is mortgaged on Form ASE) and must …
If someone dies without making a will he is said to die intestate and his estate is inherited according to intestacy law. A few general points: Intestacy law divides relatives …
The following antique vintage photographs were all acquired during house clearances & unwanted by the families or owners of the properties cleared. St. Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh – Aldeburgh In Suffolk …
Picking the right people to carry out the terms of your will is as important as what goes into it in the first place. Choosing people who are competent will …
In for the long haul – Trustees Trustees run any trusts set up by your will. A trust is a legal device whereby a trustee is legally responsible for looking …
Protecting your children – Guardians Guardians are people you appoint to look after your children in the event of your death. Your surviving spouse automatically assumes sole guardianship of your …
When deciding upon clearing the deceased’s house, you have to consider that the cheapest way to do so will be to do it yourself. However, this can take time and …