Guides on making a will across Scotland, England & Wales and Northern Ireland
Prior rights, legitim, one witness — everything you need to make a legally valid Scottish will.
Read guideThe Wills Act 1837, two witnesses, marriage revocation — a full guide for England and Wales residents.
Read guideWhat the 1955 Act requires, who can witness, what to include — the complete guide for NI residents.
Read guideYes — one witness required. What makes a will self-proving under the Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995.
Read guideYes — the Wills Act 1837 says nothing about how a will is prepared. Two witnesses, signed correctly. That's it.
Read guideYes — the 1955 Act requires two witnesses and a signature. The method of preparation is legally irrelevant.
Read guideScotland's unique three-layer system — prior rights, legal rights, and the free estate explained with real scenarios.
Read guideThe £322,000 threshold, cohabiting partner rights, and what happens to the family home when there's no will.
Read guideThe £250,000 threshold and who inherits when there's no will in Northern Ireland.
Read guideBusting the misconceptions that stop people from making a will.
Read guideWho to choose, how many to appoint, and what happens if your executor can't act.
Coming soonHow to include a legacy, the inheritance tax benefits, and what details to include.
Coming soonCryptocurrency, social media, and other digital property in your will.
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