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17 June 2026
Is Your Future Protected by a 189-Year-Old Law? The Surprising Truth About the 1837 Wills Act
Sarah thought she was prepared. Sitting in her sun-drenched living room in Littleover, Sarah, 45, sips her tea and looks at a dusty blue folder. Inside is a…
6 June 2026
How to Protect My Home From Care Fees in Derby: The Simple Guide to Property Protection Wills
Margaret thought she'd done everything right. She and her husband David had bought their semi-detached in Allestree forty years ago, raised their kids there, paid off the mortgage.…
9 February 2026
The One Document Every Derby Homeowner Needs (That Isn't a Will)
Margaret, 58, owns a lovely semi-detached on Kedleston Road. She's worked her entire adult life, raised two kids, paid off her mortgage last year, and has a healthy…
9 February 2026
The Derby Homeowner's Quick-Start Guide to Asset Protection Trusts UK: Do This First (Before April 2026 Tax Changes)
Margaret sits in her Allestree semi, looking at the £340,000 valuation letter from the estate agent. She's 68, widowed two years ago, and her daughter just asked a…
21 January 2026
Wills vs Lasting Power of Attorney: What They Are and Why You Need Both (Especially in Derby)
When it comes to planning your future and protecting the people you care about most, two documents stand above the rest:Your WillYour Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)But many…
18 August 2025
10 Common Myths About Wills and Inheritance in the UK – Debunked
Estate planning is one of the most important financial decisions we make, yet it's surrounded by misconceptions that can lead to costly mistakes. These myths often prevent people…
29 July 2025
Don’t Let Your Digital Life Die With You
Why Your Online Assets Need Protection TooWhen was the last time you counted your digital possessions? Your smartphone probably contains thousands of photos, your social media accounts hold…
25 July 2025
Can a beneficiary be an executor?
Understanding Dual Roles in Estate PlanningWhen planning your estate or dealing with the administration of a loved one's will, you might wonder whether someone who stands to inherit…
25 July 2025
How much does a will writer cost?
How Much Does a Will Writer Cost? Why Choose a Will Writer Over a SolicitorWhen it comes to planning for the future and ensuring your loved ones are…
20 July 2025
How Long Does Probate Take?
Why a Professionally Drafted Will Can Save MonthsWhen someone dies, their loved ones face the daunting task of administering their estate through probate. Whilst grieving families often ask…
20 July 2025
Why Every Adult Should Have a Will: Protecting Your Family’s Future
Protecting Your Family's FutureWhen it comes to planning for the future, many people put off writing a will, thinking it's something they can deal with "later" or that…
13 July 2025
The Blended Family Estate Planning Minefield:
Why Your "One Big Happy Family" Could Become a Legal NightmareWhen David married Emma five years ago, he thought he'd found his perfect ending. Both had children from…
13 July 2025
The Hidden Costs of Not Having a Will: Why 60% of UK Adults Are Playing Russian Roulette with Their Family’s Future
Sarah thought she had time. At 45, with two teenage children and a mortgage nearly paid off, creating a will seemed like something she could tackle "next month."…
6 July 2025
Don’t Let The Government Write Your Will..
Don't Let the Government Write Your Will: The Four Critical Mistakes That Could Cost Your Family Everything Over 60% of the UK adult population do not have a valid…
6 July 2025
Lasting Power of Attorney: Protecting Your Future When You Can’t
Life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect them. One moment you're making your own decisions, managing your finances, and living independently—the next, you might…
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