The UK probate system to open to abuse. That's because it relies on a somewhat old-fashioned assumption that people will do the right thing. This may have worked when little old ladies watched the world pass by through lace curtains. Nowadays of course these social … [Read more...]
Co-op Establishes its Self as the Largest Wills and Probate Powerhouse in the UK
Co-op Establishes its Self as the Largest Wills and Probate Powerhouse in the UK With an impressive streak of continued growth and mounting sales figures, the Co-operative Legal Services (CLS) is snatching the coveted top spot on the wills and probate industry’s … [Read more...]
The Office of Tax Simplification Reveals Loopholes in the Inheritance Tax System
The Office of Tax Simplification Reveals Loopholes in the Inheritance Tax System that Gives the Super-Wealthy an Unfair Advantage After its first thorough-going review of the UK’s inheritance tax system, the office of Tax Simplification (OTS) has published findings … [Read more...]
New Probate Fee System Draws Fire From Across the Board
New Probate Fee System Draws Fire From Across the Board The new hike in the probate fees system, which is set to raise probate fees to as high as £6,000, has drawn heavy criticism from numerous quarters. Some critics have claimed the move is an abuse of … [Read more...]
Probate Pitfalls, Beware! Do You And Your Partner Have A Legally Recognised Agreement?
You And Your Partner Should Have A Legally Recognised Agreement! Probate can become a lengthy and more difficult process to navigate when there are no contracts in place. Do you and your partner have agreements over who owns the property you co-habit or shared … [Read more...]