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
Probate Solicitors Southend-On-Sea When a loved one dies, it can be a very steep learning curve, and learning to deal with the grief and pick up your life again can be incredibly tough. During this time, your focus may be on grieving and it can be very easy to find yourself with a mountain of paperw... read more
Why Unmarried Couples Need to Have Wills The number of unmarried, cohabitating couples has more than doubled from 1.5 million in 1996 to 3.3 million in 2017. If you are in this situation – not legally married or in a civil partnership – then the truth is, you aren’t entitled to inh... read more