Admin & Legal
Post Office DIY Will Kit
Post Office DIY Will Kits are technically legally binding when signed with a witness. However, DIY Post Office Will Kits can be tricky and it’s not for everyone. Learn more about Post Office DIY Will Kits and the other options out there to help work out what the best option is for you.
Read More →What is Probate?
In England and Wales, probate is generally a word used to describe the financial and legal processes of a person after they have died.
Read More →What Happens If You Die Without A Will?
When you die and don't have a will in place, your assets are dealt with according to laws of intestacy. These laws are the government's way of deciding how everything you own is split up.
Read More →3 Reasons To Write Or Change Your Will
Many of us don’t know when the right time to write or change a will is. We go over three key life events that mean you need a new or updated will.
Read More →Can an Executor of a Will Also Be a Beneficiary?
In short, yes an executor can also be a beneficiary. This is a common question about wills that needs clearing up, read more to find out key differences.
Read More →How To Find a Will
When someone close to you dies, you might not be sure if they have a will or not. There are ways you can try and find their will.
Read More →How To Make a Will For Free
Nearly two-thirds of adults in the UK have not prepared a will, here we look at the 3 main ways to prepare a will, including how to do it for free.
Read More →Responsibilities and Duties of an Executor
If you have been selected as executor, it is important to understand your duties. Find out more about your responsibilities and where you may need help.
Read More →What is a Grant of Probate?
A grant of probate confirms the authority of an executor to administer the estate of someone who has died.
Read More →When Should You Update Your Will
Does your will reflect your current wishes? Many of us write our will and then forget about it; this can sometimes mean that it is no longer valid.
Read More →Who can witness a will?
After writing your will you need to sign it in front of two witnesses to make it legally binding. There are rules around who can and cannot witness a will.
Read More →What is a codicil to a will?
After a significant life event you will need to update your will. A codicil acts as an add-on to a will and crucially means you don’t need to write a new will.
Read More →Making a will at home: Coronavirus FAQs
The demand for getting a will sorted has risen given COVID-19. Here we try and answer some frequently asked questions.
Read More →Can you reduce inheritance tax by leaving a gift to charity?
Giving a gift to charity in your will helps them, but it also offers a host of personal benefits, including reducing inheritance tax. Find out more today.
Read More →Making a will in the UK: Complete Free Guide 2020
Everything you need to know in our making a will guide. There are many things to consider when making a will in the UK so read this to stay informed.
Read More →How to Appoint a Legal Guardian in a Will
How can you protect your children when you die? Appoint a legal guardian for them in your will. Find out how and why you should do this.
Read More →Mirror Wills & Joint Wills
Find out what a mirror will is and how it might differ from a joint will or single will. What's the right option for you?
Read More →Wills for Couples - What Do You Need to Know?
It's very common for people to start thinking about sorting their will when they get married or have a long term partner. Find out more on how to best do this.
Read More →What is a beneficiary in a will?
One of the most important reasons to write a will is to decide who will inherit your estate - these people (or charities) are called your beneficiaries.
Read More →Free & low-cost will writing - what're the options?
There are many ways to make a will; with a lawyer, online, DIY. Each option comes with unique decisions and a price point - find out what's right for you.
Read More →Executor of a will UK - what is an executor and what are their duties?
Find out more about the job of the executor and how they carry out a person's wishes according to their will.
Read More →Free Wills Month October 2020
Many of us around the UK take advantage of Free Wills Month to prepare and get peace of mind by writing a will. Read this if you're considering writing your will.
Read More →How much does a lasting power of attorney cost?
Here we outline key information about the costs of getting your lasting power of attorney documents completed.
Read More →Guide to Making a Will During Lockdown
A will needs to be signed in front of two independent witnesses, given current social distancing and lockdown rules, this is a more challenging task than usual.
Read More →How To Sign Your Lasting Power of Attorney Forms
Find out more about how to sign your lasting power of attorney (LPA) forms with our step-by-step guide.
Read More →Do I Need Life Insurance?
Life Insurance can feel like a big commitment, not to mention an overwhelming task. But do you actually need Life Insurance? Find out more about who does and who doesn't need Life Insurance here.
Read More →WHSmith Will Kit
The WHSmith DIY will kit is a basic will template for simple wills. We review this will pack and compare it to more comprehensive and reliable will alternatives.
Read More →What Happens To My Social Media Accounts When I Die?
Guardian Angel lays out what happens to your social media accounts when you die, including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Read More →How to disinherit someone in your will
You can’t choose your family. And for some people relationships with family members can be complicated. This might mean that you’re considering disinheriting a relative in your will. Choosing to disinherit someone in your will is a big decision that should not be taken lightly. If you do decide that it is still the right choice for you we’ve laid out how to disinherit someone in your will below.
Read More →A Guide to a Modern Crypto Will
Guardian Angel guide you through a modern will including how to leave cryptocurrency, NFT’s, Bitcoin, Ethereum and more in your will.
Read More →Can you leave money to pets in a will?
Guardian Angel explains all you need to know about including your pets in your will and how to provide for them once you’re gone.
Read More →A Guide to Life Insurance for Smokers
Guardian Angel explains all you need to know about life insurance for smokers. Can you still get it, and is it more expensive?
Read More →Conservatorship vs Deputyship vs Lasting Power of Attorney
Guardian Angel outline the difference between conservatorship, deputyship and lasting power of attorney.
Read More →Do you need a will if you don’t have any assets?
Guardian Angel lay out who needs a will and who doesn't. Discover why wills can be useful and when you should think about writing them.
Read More →Do you need Life Insurance for a Mortgage?
Guardian Angel explain whether you need Life Insurance when you get a mortgage and why. Find out more about the pros and cons here.
Read More →Leaving a gift in your will
Unsure what a gift in will is, or what the pros and cons are? Find out here and learn how easy it is to include a gift in your will today.
Read More →Your Guide to Legacy Marketing
Guardian Angel has put together a beginner's guide to Legacy Marketing. Find out how to build a strategy, get internal buy-in and check out valuable resources.
Read More →Do my debts die with me?
Find out what happens to your debts when you die. Guardian Angel breaks down the different kinds of debt, and which debt falls to who in this simple guide.
Read More →Can I take Life Insurance out on a celebrity or someone I don’t know?
Guardian Angel lay out whether you can take out Life Insurance on behalf of someone else - a friend, a partner, or even a celebrity?
Read More →Death Admin
Guardian Angel lay out the step-by-step process for two different kinds of death admin and explain how you can save time, money and stress so you can focus on what really matters.
Read More →What can make a will invalid?
A will can be legally invalid in a whole host of ways. Knowing what they are can help avoid any of the common pitfalls. Learn more here.
Read More →Top professions with the highest cost of life insurance
Life insurance premiums are calculated according to risk - including the danger of your profession. Learn how your job can impact your life insurance cost here.
Read More →Can Life Insurance companies predict your age of death?
Life Insurance companies use data to calculate your average age of death. But does that mean they can predict when you'll die? Find out here.
Read More →Can you make a will if you have dementia?
Dementia can be challenging in all areas of life. It also affects the ability to make legal documents, however, people with dementia can still make legally valid wills as long as they have testamentary capacity.
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