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Equity Release & Later-Life Finance
How equity release works, the different plan types, costs, risks, and alternatives.
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Mobility Aids & Home Adaptations
Stairlifts, walk-in showers, grab rails, and the adaptations that keep you at home longer.
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Funeral Planning
Prepaid funeral plans, direct cremation, costs, and what to arrange in advance.
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Simple Technology Guides
Plain-English how-tos for video calling, smartphones, tablets, and staying safe online.
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Benefits & Entitlements
Attendance Allowance, Pension Credit, Council Tax reduction, and other benefits you may be entitled to.
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Wills & Lasting Power of Attorney
Writing a will, setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney, and making sure your wishes are recorded.
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When should you update your will?
Marriage, divorce, a new grandchild or a house move can all make your existing will out of date. Here's when to act and what happens if you don't.
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What happens if you die without a will in the UK?
Dying without a will in the UK means the intestacy rules decide who inherits. Your unmarried partner gets nothing. Here's how the rules work.
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How long does probate take in England and Wales?
Probate typically takes 9–12 months for straightforward estates in England and Wales. Complex cases can run to two years or more. Here's what affects the timeline.
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Wills & LPA
Inheritance tax in the UK: the basics explained
Inheritance tax is charged at 40% on estates above £325,000. Learn how the nil-rate band, residence nil-rate band and exemptions work in plain English.
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Where to keep your will so it can be found when needed
Your will is useless if no one can find it. Here are the practical options for storing a will safely in the UK, from solicitors to the National Will Register.
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How to choose an executor for your will
Your executor sorts out your estate after you die. Here's what the job involves, who can do it, and how to decide between a family member and a professional.
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