How Can I Help A Grieving Friend? Grief comes to us all at some point in our lives and can affect everyone in different ways. But what can you do to support someone who has recently lost a loved one? People worry about saying the wrong thing or, worse, they don’t say anything at all and avoid ... read more
When I Die, Does My Debt Die With Me? It can be worrying when a loved one dies and you know they had debt. The fear is that you will become liable for the outstanding payments. Take a deep breath and relax. You cannot inherit someone’s debt. That is the simple answer. But, of course, where fin... read more
Can I Refuse an Inheritance? For most people, a bequest left in a Will from a loved one is a blessing. It might be a gift of jewellery, some money or even a property. But, there can be occasions when the receipt of assets is not welcome, especially if they’re going to end up costing you money.... read more
I Can’t Afford My Loved One’s Funeral Losing a parent or a partner is heartbreaking. And in the midst of grief, struggling to work out how you can afford a funeral is something you can do without. With the average cremation costing £3,858 and a burial around £5,000, it isn&rs... read more