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How long does Probate take?
The probate process can take between 6 months and a year, even longer depending on the complexity of the case. The probate process begins from the date of a person's death to the estate being...
Stamp Duty Land Tax: Chancellor Budget Update
Stamp Duty Land Tax is the tax you pay if you buy a property or land over a certain price. This morning, during his ‘mini budget’, Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced that the SDLT-free threshold...
Who can be a lasting power of attorney?
A lasting power of attorney is a legal document allowing someone to make decisions on your behalf, should you lack the capacity to do so yourself or no longer want to. There are many reasons why you...
What is the Court of Protection?
The Court of Protection is administered by HM Courts & Tribunals Service. It is responsible for a range of decisions based on a person’s financial and or welfare matters if, at the time when it...
What is estate administration?
When somebody dies, it is essential that their assets, including finances and property, are distributed. If the person left a Will, it would be the responsibility of the executor (named in the Will)...
Applying for probate
You may have to apply for probate if you are named as an executor in someone's Will. Having applied for probate, you will have the authority to share the deceased's estate according to their Will's...
The Conveyancing Process – selling a property
When selling a property, there is always a lot to consider, not only the price you want to receive but the costs incurred on the way and any other unexpected twists to the process. This article...
The Conveyancing Process – buying a property
When buying a property, there is always a multitude of factors to be considered. If this is your first house or you are a seasoned buyer, it is always wise to go over the process to ensure you...
How to Make a Claim Under the Inheritance Act
Inheritance Act claims have steadily been increasing over recent years. It is now more common to see families made up of second marriages, stepchildren, carers, or cohabiting partners. ...