When writing a will, creating a trust is a great way to ensure your dependents are cared for long after your death. Trusts and the role of trustees can be a little confusing, however, as there are many different types of trusts to suit different requirements. In this short guide, the experts at Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors explain the role of will trustees, the duties associated with the role, how you should choose a suitable trustee, and the restrictions that typically apply.

Being named as an executor of a will carries a number of important responsibilities. Often, dealing with the responsibilities of estate administration can result in executors needing to spend money, and because their control over the estate is limited, they can end up out of pocket. Here, we explain what expenses an executor can claim back from the estate, and how to do so.

Without the right advice, estate planning can be complicated. There are many legal pitfalls and complicated terms to understand, but it is crucial to get it right. Otherwise, your will may not be legally valid; you must be careful in order to ensure your loved ones receive what they are entitled to when you pass away.

Dealing with Inheritance Tax (IHT) can be one of the most daunting parts of the probate process. The standard Inheritance Tax rate is high, meaning that IHT liability can cost your loved ones thousands of pounds after you die. However, with some careful planning, it is possible to reduce or completely avoid your IHT liability. In this brief guide, the experts at Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors detail how much Inheritance Tax is in the UK, and potential ways to minimise your bill.

It may not be the first thing on your mind when you lose a loved one, but keeping up with their utility bills and other ongoing or outstanding payments after death is vitally important. This brief guide will take some of the guesswork out of what debts and bills need to be paid when a person dies.

How much money can be given to a family member as a gift? UK law can be complex. Here, the experts at Percy Hughes and Roberts Solicitors explain.

When preparing to make a Will, many people ask whether an Executor can also be a Beneficiary. The short answer is yes, it is perfectly normal and legal to name a Beneficiary as an Executor of a Will. In this guide we explain what both roles entail and cover any other restrictions Executors and Beneficiaries may face.

One of the most important aspects of estate planning is deciding who will be your executor. This will be the person to carry out your final wishes after you die. A question we often get asked is whether this individual can decide who gets what after you pass away. We explain everything you need to know in this brief guide.

Wills are one of the most important ways for people to protect their assets and ensure their family will be looked after in the event of their deaths - but despite this, many in the UK may not be putting as much thought into their wills and estate planning as they should.