Estate Planning Blog

Welcome to our blog about everything to do with estate planning. Here we aim to bring you the latest news and opinions on everything from writing your will to setting up a power of attorney.

Digital assets and death

People are increasingly leaving a digital legacy after their death, as well as digital assets.

Steve Bish

Aug 26, 2024

When should I update my Will?

Having a Will in place gives most people great peace of mind, but it is important to review the document from time to time.

Steve Bish

Aug 2, 2024

Safeguarding Your Children's Inheritance From Divorce or Financial Challenges

There may be a situation where you want to leave an inheritance to your children but you have concerns about their spouses being able to...

Steve Bish

Jul 23, 2024

Three different ways to leave money in your Will to your children

Parents usually want to leave their money in their Will to children and grandchildren.

Steve Bish

May 28, 2024

Could your Will be invalid?

A Will is crucial in ensuring your loved ones will be cared for in the future in the way that you want.

Steve Bish

Apr 25, 2024

Value of unclaimed estates now exceeds £1 billion!

The government’s unclaimed estates list has exceeded £1 billion in assets.

Steve Bish

Jan 18, 2024

The Pitfalls of a DIY Will

There are risks if a Will is not correctly drafted and many legal cases have stemmed from someone making a DIY Will.

Steve Bish

Jan 10, 2024

New parents? – It’s Time to Make a Will

If you have children, it is always recommended that you have an up-to-date, valid Will in place.

Steve Bish

Nov 28, 2023

October is Free Wills Month

As this month is Free Wills Month, we wanted to bring to your attention our charity partners that we work with.

Steve Bish

Oct 6, 2023

The increasing use of Wills to create Trusts

Today, at S Bish Estate Planning, we look at how Wills being used to create trusts to benefit loved ones after someone’s death.

Steve Bish

Sep 7, 2023

The Perception of Will Writing & Estate Planning

The estate planning sector has seen significant growth in the last decade, with more people than ever before taking up Will writing services

Steve Bish

Apr 17, 2023

Don't Trust a 'Barrack-Room' Lawyer, When it Comes to Estate Planning and Wills!

When it comes to Estate Planning and Wills, many people think they can save money by writing their Wills themselves.

Steve Bish

Mar 23, 2023

Where there’s a will there’s a WAR!

The Voice star Bo Bruce’s inheritance battle over her mother’s will and estate is just one of several high-profile cases to hit the headline

Steve Bish

Jan 17, 2023

What is a Will, and do I really need one?

In simple terms a Will is a legal document which sets out the wishes of an individual - the testator.

Steve Bish

Jan 4, 2023

When a basic will might not be enough…..

Trusts can seem complicated but knowing which Trust to use for your circumstances is key.

Steve Bish

Dec 3, 2022

Making requests in your will

Wills are not only for distributing your estate. You can also make requests within your Will.

Steve Bish

Nov 29, 2022

Row breaks out over astronomer's £400,000 fortune after he changed Will on death bed

bizarre court fight over the £400,000 fortune of a celebrated astronomer who left everything to his 'best friend in his will.

Steve Bish

Nov 24, 2022

Aaron Carter 'died without leaving a will' - leaving young son's inheritance in doubt

Aaron Carter reportedly died without making a will, meaning the decision of who inherits his estate will now fall to the state of California

Steve Bish

Nov 22, 2022

Are You Amongst HALF of Over-40s Without a Will?

HALF of people over the age of 40 have not taken any steps to plan for later life or made a will

Steve Bish

Oct 26, 2022

Why writing a will is top priority in inheritance planning

Anyone in this country who does not have a will places their estate at the mercy of rules created by the government.

Steve Bish

Oct 19, 2022