Why make a will?
74% of people in the UK do not have a current Will that reflects their personal and financial circumstances at the time of their death. So, why make a Will?
Additional functions of a will
Making a Will allows you to:
- Leave directions as to your funeral wishes (although this is not binding)
- Make guardianship appointments if you have minor children (not binding)
- Appoint whoever you wish as your executors
In the light of the above it is therefore crucial that people make a Will to ensure that when they die their wishes are carried out and any moral obligations they consider necessary can be fulfilled.
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Further information
- Will everything you own pass to those you want to benefit?
- Leaving a spouse or civil partner and children
- Leaving a spouse or civil partner but no children
- Leaving a cohabitant with or without children
- Jointly owned property
- Potential inheritance tax savings
- Additional functions of a will
- Will questionnaire