Sophie Coombs, Author at Willmakers of the Midlands

December 7, 2020
Family
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Christmas – a time when people think about family but have you protected yours?

It’s a quiet time of year for Will writers as people are Christmas shopping (this year much of it has had to be done online) and usually spending precious time with their families – although this year we are all feeling in limbo. Will we be able to meet in other people’s homes on December […]

November 9, 2020
Willmakers
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I have a Will bought off the shelf or the internet – can Will Makers of the Midlands help?

Many people today are buying Wills off the shelf from a shop or the internet and completing it themselves. They see it as a cheaper, time-saving option to visiting a solicitor or employing a specialist Will writing service – but are they covered in the way they want? The whole idea about making a Will […]

Do newlyweds need Powers of Attorney?

You’re getting married, there’s a lot to think about so you are probably not giving too much time or consideration to the need for a Will or making a Power of Attorney – but you should! As you journey through life together time will pass very quickly, circumstances change and then, before you know […]

Couple walking and giving their children piggybacks

October 1, 2020
Family
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Parents gifting to children – but their children don’t have a Will

We all want to help our children if we can. Life’s path can be difficult and extremely expensive so providing cash support is one way of being there for them, helping to overcome the financial hurdles they will undoubtedly face. Many parents are finding that gifting money over a period of time is an ideal […]

Life events that might affect a Will

Unfortunately, we never truly know what lies around the corner. One thing that is guaranteed in this life is that creating a Will will be required at some point. While preparing for your passing isn’t the most pleasant of topics, it is so important to plan ahead and know when your Will needs to be […]

Changing or creating a will after death

Did you know that it was possible to change or create a person’s will after they have died? It may seem a bit strange at first thought but the provision does make perfect sense in certain circumstances – but any change must be completed within two years of the death. Will making is one of […]

Keeping your Will safe – use secure document storage

Making a Will is one thing – an extremely important thing – but it counts for nothing if you don’t keep it somewhere safe and in a place where it can be easily accessed by your executors after you are gone. The whole purpose of making a Will is that your final wishes are recognised […]

August 17, 2020
Willmakers
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Set up your Power of Attorney while you are still able

Planning for the future and safeguarding your interests are things we all need to think about – but it’s important to make sure you take the appropriate action before it’s too late! None of us wants to think about a time when we are incapable of looking after ourselves and our personal affairs but it […]

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