Will Makers of the Midlands recently spoke to a client who had been thinking about creating his Will online, in the mistaken belief that it would protect his family should the worst happen. There are basic legal requirements that you need to make a Will and doing-it-yourself means that these rest on your shoulders! The […]
Your wallet or purse is bulging – but the chances are it is not the amount of cash in there that makes it hard to fit them in to your pocket or handbag. Instead, they are probably packed with loyalty cards for everything from shopping and eating out to travel. But have you ever considered […]
Family-owned businesses in Britain contribute billions of pounds to the UK economy every year. They are often the bedrock of the communities they belong to, and have been in business for many generations. The Institute for Family Business calculates that two thirds of UK businesses are family-owned – 4.8 million in total, generating over a […]
Did you consider the impact of Inheritance Tax when you drew up your Will ?(if, indeed, you have one!) Many people think Inheritance Tax does not apply to them, and so don’t think it is an issue – but these days it does not only affect the rich, famous, company bosses and Premier League footballers! […]