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The death of a loved one is always a difficult time. The situation can unfortunately be made even more stressful if it is discovered that the deceased’s last Will is not as family members and friends may have expected, particularly if it is felt that the Will does not reflect the deceased’s true wishes as they had previously expressed them.
Have you ever agreed to be appointed as an Executor in a friend or relative’s Will? If you have, you may already know what a significant responsibility this can impose; especially if the deceased person had a less than straightforward financial situation to manage and sort out.
Vulnerable people across England and Wales will continue to be able to have their Wills witnessed via video-link up until 2024. The measures were brought in during the pandemic and the new legislation will mean an extension.
In your twenties or even thirties, making a Will isn’t always a top priority. Many claim they’re too young, they don’t own enough, they don’t have any children yet or they can’t afford it!  Furthermore, with the life expectancy of the average person in the UK at an all-time high, many think that a Will is something that you do when you are ‘old’.
Moving in with your partner or buying a house together, when you are not yet married needs a little extra thought before proceeding. From a legal point of view, there are a few things to consider.
Recently there has been an ever-increasing interest in how digital assets are dealt with when we die. “Digital assets" is a broad term that includes a range of electronic records -- from social media accounts to digital photos, to email and more.
Following a recent BBC article it is now suggested that very soon Wills can be made and witnessed online in England and Wales. But, is it right that the Ministry of Justice will allow Wills to be witnessed remotely?
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that lets you appoint a nominated person(s) to make decisions on your behalf. 
At the outset, DIY Wills can be seen as an inexpensive option.  However, the legal costs involved to remedy their potential errors, may well exceed the cost of a professionally prepared Will.  Moreover, it might not be possible to rectify mistakes that are discovered when it’s too late.  People are not always aware of the complexities of making a Will and can assume probate work is really simple. This is not always the case.
It is important to make a Will, no matter how old you are. You are ensuring that the people you want to benefit from your estate will inherit it.