The New Year is traditionally a time for reflection and fresh starts. In Cheltenham, January often brings a renewed focus on organisation — reviewing finances, putting plans in place and dealing with tasks that have been quietly sitting on the...

Probate Specialist Near Me: How to Choose the Right Support During a Difficult Time Dealing with the estate of someone who has died is rarely straightforward. Even where a will is clear and relationships are amicable, the administrative and legal...

What Is an Executor? An executor is the person (or people) named in a will to carry out the instructions set out in that document after someone dies. This includes applying for probate (the legal authority to deal with the...

Inheritance Tax (IHT) has long been a focal point of tax planning for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in the UK. As political and economic landscapes evolve, so too do tax policies. With increasing scrutiny on wealth transfers and mounting speculation around...

When a loved one passes away, managing their estate can feel overwhelming. If you have been named as an executor in a will, you have a legal responsibility to administer the estate in accordance with the law in England. This...

What do I need to think about when making a Will?   When making a Will, there are a number of issues to consider to ensure that the Will meets your requirements and fully covers your circumstances. Midwinters Partner, Mark...

If someone loses mental capacity and can no longer make their own decisions, the Court of Protection, an integral part of HM Courts & Tribunals Service, can appoint a Deputy to manage their affairs.  In this article we look at...

Do I need a Solicitor to make a Will?   Having made the sensible decision to make a Will, you then need to decide whether to write your own Will or instruct a professional to prepare it for you. Midwinters...

Why Make a Will?   It is estimated that only 4 in 10 people in the United Kingdom have a Will. Midwinters Partner, Mark Lynham (mark.lynham@midwinters.co.uk ), explains the risk of not making a Will:     Making a Will...

When a person dies, whatever they leave behind has to be administered. However, whether or not their loved ones need Probate depends on the particular circumstances and each estate is different. Midwinters Partner, Mark Lynham (mark.lynham@midwinters.co.uk), explains further:   There...