The Willwriters' Handbook

Now in its 7th edition, these handbooks are essential for all concerned with estate planning. Testators can save themselves hundreds if not thousands of pounds - packed with precedents and useful annexes and advice. Even though they might find some of the provisions a little over their heads, they will at the very least be able to see what they ought to be considering before they talk to any succession professionals. However daunting they might find it, they will immediately appreciate that they can do quite a bit of the work for themselves, particularly as regards lasting powers of Attorney, and even if they do not deal with it themselves, they will appreciate the importance of ensuring that they and their spouses obtain these essential documents. They will also be able, in the peace and quiet of their own homes, and before arranging to meet with their lawyers or will-writing experts, the issues they and their partners should address when thinking about their respective Wills and their children, and their individual circumstances. They will be alerted to the questions about second marriages, step-children, disadvantaged family members, issues regarding the matrimonial home and its ownership, inheritance tax, care-home fees, living trusts and Will trusts. It is intended to ensure that the testators can learn about these matters well before they get down to the business of writing their Wills, bearing in mind that a two-hour meeting with a will-writer is never enough time to go into all the very important matters before making decisions which will affect them and their families for years to come. For the professionals on the other hand. this book will alert them to the issues they should already be aware of, and encourage them to look more into the provisions and problems the book raises. However long they sit in a classroom and listen to the lectures, they will never be able to cover everything this book discusses. It is an essential companion for the layman and the professional alike.