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Welcome to the Westcott Wills Blog, where you will find helpful insights and information about Making a Will, Powers of Attorney and Estate Planning Advice.
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How Being Single or Married Affects Wills
21st October 2020
It is worth considering your relationship status when thinking about writing a will. Check out our page on Wills and Your Relationship Status to give yourself an insight into what might be relevant for you.
Know The Two Different Types of Powers of Attorney
There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney – Property and Financial Affairs and Health and Welfare. The first one allows your attorney to deal with day to day financial matters as well as some more substantial ones, and the latter enables them to deal with your medical needs.
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Why writing your own will might be the biggest mistake you’ll ever make
30th April 2021
“Just because you can doesn’t mean you should” We live in a time when there is so much information available to everyone. It appears that in most things we are an adventurous generation. With the internet to guide us, we are willing to tackle almost any task. From hair cutting to learning how to trade […]
WILL WRITING DURING A PANDEMIC
11th January 2021
Here is some practical advice about writing a will during the Covid-19 lockdown and how to keep safe while doing so.
5 MAJOR PROBLEMS THAT COULD BE AVOIDED IF YOU LEAVE A WILL
20th October 2020
5 reasons why writing a will is a good idea to avoid some major issues including guardianship of children, paying too much, and family stress.