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Probate fee increases 2017

March 30, 2017 By David Kitcat

SECOND UPDATE: On 21st April 2017 the Ministry of Justice announced that these changes would be shelved indefinitely. No doubt, with the imminent election, they do not have time to revise and pass these measures. However, at the moment the government … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, probate, wills

Probate summary

March 10, 2017 By David Kitcat

If the estate is very small and does not contain any property or large amounts of money, it may be possible to close small bank accounts without needing to obtain a grant of probate but in the majority of cases a grant is required. This is a legal … [Read more...]

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Using trusts to protect family property

March 10, 2017 By David Kitcat

WIlls for Second Marriage

It is worth considering using trusts to protect family property. Two scenarios where this may be appropriate are in the case of a second marriage when you already have children, or to protect your share of your property from potential care fees for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, trusts

Nil-rate band discretionary trust wills

March 10, 2017 By David Kitcat

Prior to October of 2007, many couples made wills with nil-rate band discretionary trusts in order to avoid inheritance tax where their combined estate was worth more than the tax free nil-rate band. Now the government has changed the rules to allow … [Read more...]

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Inheritance tax and gifts to charity

March 10, 2017 By David Kitcat

Inheritance tax and charity giving

Inheritance tax (IHT) is charged at a rate of 40% on the value of an estate that exceeds the nil-rate band (NRB). The NRB is currently £325,000 per individual. There is provision for a surviving spouse to ‘inherit’ the unused allowance of their late … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, inheritance

Why you should make a will

March 10, 2017 By David Kitcat

Nil-rate discretionary trust wills

The main benefit of a will is the certainty it gives. In the absence of a will the statutory rules of intestacy take effect and these lay down a strict order as to who will administer the estate and who will inherit it. Your will appoints your … [Read more...]

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28A Avenue Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 3BG
Tel: 01684 342173
E-mail: dk@kitcat.legal

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We are a local Malvern law firm specialising in wills, probate, power of attorney and trusts. Taking the time to discuss your individual circumstances ensures that we use our wealth of experience effectively to provide you with personal legal advice.

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