by Kate Loosley | 26 Jun 2025 | News
As summer settles in, many are reviewing their financial plans and thinking ahead to secure their family’s future. With a sharp rise in intestacy cases and ongoing inheritance tax reforms reshaping the landscape, now is an ideal time to focus on clear and proactive...
by Kate Loosley | 29 May 2025 | News
With summer just around the corner and longer, warmer days ahead, many are taking stock of their finances and thinking about the future. At Clarke & Wright, we believe this season of change is the perfect moment to focus on your estate planning, especially with...
by Kate Loosley | 30 Apr 2025 | News
As May ushers in longer days, fresh blooms, and the optimism of spring, many households across the UK find themselves reviewing their finances and legacy plans with a renewed sense of purpose. Yet amid the season’s lightness, one figure casts a long shadow:...
by Graham | 17 Mar 2024 | Wills
If a person in the UK passes away without a will, the “intestacy rules” determine who inherits the estate. This article explains how these rules work, who the beneficiaries are, and the order in which they’ll receive assets, offering clarity for anyone facing the...
by Graham | 7 Feb 2024 | Discretionary Trusts
Are you thinking about putting your house in trust to manage your estate better? This straightforward guide will walk you through the essentials of putting your house in trust: from the integral steps of setting up a trust for your home to the impactful benefits you...
by Graham | 7 Feb 2024 | Will Trusts
Are you ensuring your assets are managed according to your wishes after you’re gone? A trust will is the cornerstone of a secure estate plan. This guide explains how trust wills serve to enforce your preferences for asset distribution, offering straight-talking...
by Graham | 22 Jan 2024 | Estate Planning
Do you want to control who inherits your assets and ensure they do so with the least tax burden? Estate planning is the key. This article demystifies the process, providing you with a step-by-step guide on safeguarding your wealth for your beneficiaries. Discover...
by Graham | 21 Jan 2024 | LPAs
A lasting power of attorney is a critical legal provision that enables you to designate someone to take charge of your affairs if you lose the capacity to do so. This guide succinctly explains the types of LPAs available, provides a step-by-step process for creating...
by Graham | 17 Jan 2024 | Probate
Navigating the costs of probate doesn’t have to be complicated. The question is: ‘How much does probate cost?’ Typically, fees can span from a few hundred to thousands of pounds, shaped by the estate’s value and the legal work required. This guide strips down the...
by Graham | 15 Jan 2024 | Will Trusts
Are you contemplating how to secure your assets after you’re gone? Will trusts might be the answer. They are a legal means to ensure your estate is managed and disbursed according to your wishes. This article demystifies will trusts, showing you how they can protect...
