Choosing an executor is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your estate. Your executor is the person who will handle your affairs after your death—managing your assets, paying any outstanding debts, and ensuring your wishes are followed exactly as set out in your will. At Brighton Wills, we help families across … Continued
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Writing a will is essential for everyone, but for same-sex couples, it can be especially important. Whether you’re married, in a civil partnership, or in a long-term unmarried relationship, there are specific legal and financial issues that can affect how your estate is handled. Here are the main considerations same-sex couples should be aware of … Continued
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Estate planning is something many people put off—often until it’s too late. Yet one of the most powerful ways to protect your assets and preserve wealth for future generations is through a family trust. Without it, families in Brighton and across the UK may face serious legal, financial, and emotional complications. Here’s what can happen … Continued
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Sideways disinheritance is an increasingly discussed topic in UK estate planning. It occurs when children or intended heirs are unintentionally left out of an inheritance due to remarriage, divorce, or an outdated or poorly structured will. With modern families becoming more complex—including blended families, stepchildren, and second marriages—the risk of sideways disinheritance is rising. Despite … Continued
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Dying intestate (without a will) in the UK can be problematic because it means your assets will be divided according to what the default laws state. This might not be in the best interests of your loved ones, and not the way you would prefer them to inherit. What Are the Disadvantages of Intestacy? The main disadvantages … Continued
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As the UK population continues to age, more families are faced with the difficult reality of arranging care for elderly loved ones. The emotional strain is often matched by financial pressure — care home fees can be substantial, and the funding system is anything but simple. Without effective estate planning, individuals may face unexpected expenses, … Continued
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There are a number of reasons why, one day, you might need someone to make decisions on your behalf. This could be a temporary arrangement, such as if you’re going into hospital for treatment and need someone to handle everyday things like maintaining your home or paying your bills. It could also be a more … Continued
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Understanding the Challenges of Blended Families Blended families are increasingly common in the 21st century. They include a mix of people connected by blood, marriage, civil partnerships, adoption, or cohabitation — sometimes with children from previous relationships. While these family structures can be deeply rewarding, they also come with unique financial and emotional complexities, especially … Continued
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Given the increase in blended families, the term `sideways disinheritance’ is cropping up more frequently. What does it mean? Sideways disinheritance occurs when someone with children remarries after the death of their partner or spouse. They can easily, and completely unintentionally, disinherit their children. How does sideways disinheritance happen? Most couples like to keep things … Continued
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When a loved one dies, life is tough enough. It becomes even harder when their Will causes a family feud. Disputes over Wills are becoming more common, but that doesn’t mean you should enter into this lightly. The process can be both stressful and expensive so before you take the first step, let’s make sure … Continued
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