Practical Guides for UK Families
Browse our Will Writing and Estate Planning blogs for practical guidance on Wills, Executors, Guardians, inheritance planning and choosing the right Type of Will.
Designed to help Devon and Cornwall families make informed decisions with confidence.
It’s a fair question and one that doesn’t always have a simple yes or no answer.
But the truth is, whilst not everyone needs a will, most people do.
Understanding where you sit is what really matters.
Most people assume a will is a standard document, something you either have or you don’t.
But in reality, it’s not that simple.
There isn’t just one type of will that fits everyone.
The right approach depends on your personal and family situation.
What to Think About When Making a Will
Making a Will is one of those jobs that many people know they should do, but often put off until another day.
For some, it's because life feels too busy. For others, it's because they assume their affairs are straightforward or that everything will automatically pass to the right people
Who Would You Like to Benefit from Your Will and How?
When people think about making a Will, they often focus on a single question:
"Who gets what?"
While this is certainly an important part of the process, there is often a little more to consider than simply naming beneficiaries.