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SPOTLIGHT ON: Who pays for my funeral when I die
Who pays for my funeral when I die? A funeral is the legal debt of the estate and must therefore take priority above all other payments. The law dictates that when someone passes away, their assets are frozen until a Grant of Representation (or at least a death certificate –...Read more
SPOTLIGHT ON: What is Inheritance Tax
What is Inheritance Tax? Upon your passing, your ‘estate’ is assessed for inheritance tax. Your ‘estate’ comprises your financial assets (property, bank accounts, savings and investments etc.) minus any outstanding liabilities (including your funeral, outstanding bills and mortgage debt). Each individual person has an inheritance tax allowance (known as the...Read more
SPOTLIGHT ON: The Dangers of homemade Wills
The dangers of homemade Wills It’s easy to be tempted to make a Will at home, without seeking specialist legal advice – mainly because it can be cheaper and doesn’t require you to take the time out of your day to see a Solicitor. However, if a Will is not...Read more
SPOTLIGHT ON: Can I avoid paying care costs
Can I avoid paying care costs? As we get older, we start to think about what we can do to ensure that our loved ones will inherit as much of our wealth as possible. For many people, their home is likely to be their most valuable asset and it is...Read more
Celebrating the Remarkable Career of Andy Smith: 50 Years of Dedication to the Legal Profession
As the legal world bids farewell this week to one of its esteemed members, Mander Cruickshank Solicitors takes a moment to express its profound gratitude and admiration for the remarkable career of Andy Smith. After an illustrious 50 years in the legal profession, including a significant tenure as a legal...Read more
