Will Writing?

thomasdown

Can I start of by apologising if this has been posted in the wrong section/area.

Is there any guys on here who have the knowledge of what it takes to get a will done.

Things like cost? Best place to get the will written? I've heard its a solicitors is this true?

What type of wills are best? Blood wills etc etc.

Me and the wife now have a 6 month old, obviously need to get things put in place for her really just in case (touch wood) if anything happened to us?

Thanks & Regards

Tom

holly_hobby

Hi,

You don't necessarily need a Solicitor to write your wills, however most individuals chose to use one to ensure that the wording and execution of the will is watertight. (as improperly executed wills can be invalidated upon challenge - which is really releveant where you have family splits, 2nd or more ! marriages with issue from them that aren't provided for in the will, and large estates where there is lots of pennies at stake, you get the picture).

November '12 (whats left of it) is currently Will month (under the charity Will Aid), meaning that there are various Solicitors throughout the UK, whom are writing wills, waving their standard fee, but asking for a donation to the charity - the suggested donation for a straight forward Mirror Will (typically seen for married couples), is circa £130 I think (singles are £90) - as I say this is the suggested amount, if you gave less or more that would be your own choice.

Remember to include in your will whom you would wish to care for your child in the event of both of you passing before they reach adult hood (or if they will always need a permanent carer) - this is a truly horrible thought I know, but it does happen ... best to be prepared and have things in place for piece of mind.

Don't forget to update your wills as life ticks along its merry path and personal circs or things change, new babes arrive, you win the lottery (!!) ... etc, etc

Anyway, your Solicitor as part of the process will guide you through everything, discussing your requirements, estate etc, .... and answering any queries you may have.

Hope this helps ...

Holly x