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Are godparents the same as guardians?
Perhaps you haven’t made a Will to avoid thinking about the awful possibility of not being there for your children.
Find out more about how to tackle a difficult decision in this article.
What is a blended family?
Every family is unique. Rachael and David put off making a Will for over a decade because they thought it would be too stressful and expensive. They’re not married to each other, they have children together and from previous relationships. Here’s their story….
Where should I store my Will?
Your signed Will is the only one that counts. Copies won't work.
When dealing with the local probate registry, they need the original Will with your wet ink signature. Proving a copy is a headache. If something happens to your Will, all the careful planning you did could be wasted. Keep the original safe, and you're good to go!
You have FIVE choices for storing your original signed Will:
How do I write my letter of wishes?
A letter of wishes sits alongside your Will. It can be a farewell letter to your family and friends and guide your executors about how you’d like them to deal with your wealth and assets if they have the discretion to do so.
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