‘Expensive’ care cap reform delayed until 2020 The government is delaying the implementation of its cap on long-term care until 2020. A letter sent by Alistair Burt, MP for community and social care, has revealed "it is too expensive". The £72,000 care cap was meant to be introduc... read more
Compelling reasons to make a Will Writing a Will is one of those things that many of us put off. However, in some instances the consequences for your family if you have not made a Will can be devastating. If you are a parent who intends to re-marry or enter into a civil partnership, (other than to ... read more
Do I need probate? The death of a loved one can be a steep learning curve for the next of kin. As well as the shock of bereavement, there can be a mountain of paperwork and affairs that need to be put in order quickly. Pension plans, tax rebates, property, bank accounts and financial affairs all hav... read more
How Long Does Probate Take? Whilst there are a variety of factors that can affect the timeline of the probate process, including whether or not there is a will present, it can be easy to wonder 'how long does probate take?'. On average, in England and Wales, you will typically find that it takes bet... read more