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willwriterservices.co.uk Where are you based and how long have you been in business? We have been operating for two years now. We visit our clients, who are from all over Devon and Cornwall, in their own homes, though we do have a base in Callington. People like the fact that we visit them in their own home, as they can get very nervous about making a will - it is more relaxing for them and we are able to take as long as necessary to ensure they are happy. Younger people find it convenient that we can see them of an evening or weekend. Do you need any special training or qualifications to undertake your role? Absolutely! To be a member of the Will Society we have had to undergo long and lengthy training culminating with five hour exams, marked by a board of
Solicitors. We then have to agree to do further study of at least 30 hours in each year so we are fully aware of all new legislation. Why is it so important to make a will? Because if you don’t, you lose total control of who will or who will not inherit your estate. We can also arrange Lasting Powers of Attorney, which are very helpful for older folk. Do you need to make a will if you don’t have children? Of course - even more so. There are laws which state who will inherit your assets when you die. If you do not have children the estate will be distributed according to these laws. What do you enjoy most about your work? Meeting people and helping them. A
large part of our work is offering advice. What is the most challenging part of your business? Explaining to people that they may have to pay inheritance tax. By speaking to a qualified Will Writer a client can be advised if their estate will attract Inheritance Tax and we can discuss legal ways of avoiding this happening. What would you say to someone who says they can’t afford to make a will? They cannot afford not to. If there is no will, often people you want to inherit do not - and more especially, people who you do not want to inherit, do so.n More information: willwriterservices.co.uk ✆ 01579 383892 or 07979 850128
WILL WRITERS SERVICES •67% of UK adults don’t have a valid Will • Wills aren’t just for the elderly or wealthy • Using a regulated professional to write your Will or help with estate planning will provide both you and your family with Peace of Mind
• Many Wills are considered out of date if older than 4 years as they may not take into account changes to your personal circumstances.
• WE WILL VISIT YOU IN YOUR OWN HOME TO PREPARE YOUR WILL FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE. We are happy to take calls to answer any questions you might have about making a Will with no obligation.
BASIC WILL JUST £140 • Your Will allows you to instruct your executors on how to distribute your estate on your death. Why make a Will?
Making a Will is the only way to ensure that your wishes are carried out after your death. Without a valid Will, your property will pass by the Law of Intestacy which may cost more and take longer than if a Will had been made.
Married Couples
Do not assume your spouse will automatically get everything. Under the law of Intestacy, your children can have a right to part of your estate if large enough. Wills made before marriage could be revoked by your marriage unless the Will stated it was still to stand.
Children & Guardians
A Will allows you to state who you would like to look after your children in the event of both parents deaths, otherwise courts will make this decision. You can also specify at what age your children can inherit your assets.
SWW Members are: Regularly Trained Fully Insured Adhere to the SWW code of practice Part of the leading self-regulatory body for Professional Estate Planners with over 1,700 members in the UK, Europe, Asia & Africa
Will Writers Services are your Local Independent SWW Member, covering Cornwall & Devon
Call us on 01579 383892 or 07979 850128 visit www.willwriterservices.co.uk
IF YOU ARE ISOLATING I AM HAPPY TO TAKE INSTRUCTIONS/DISCUSS YOUR OPTIONS VIA PHONE OR ZOOM. When I do visit full appropriate care is taken with PPE.
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