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3 Things to Know About Retirement Planning in 2022
Saving for retirement can be a daunting prospect. There are many different planning options and the amount needed to save comes down to the individual. According to one study, just 12% of under 55s have set a target for their pension pots—meaning around 18 million UK adults could potentially be heading for a retirement nightmare.
That's why we are here to break it down with 3 things you need to know about retirement planning.
Why Writing Your Will Is So Important
After Aretha Franklin passed away last month, details emerged that she did not have a will, leaving uncertainty over what will happen to her estate.
5 Things You May Not Know About Wills
With a huge number of adults in the UK not having written a Will yet, we take a look at some key pieces of information around Wills that you may not know…
Writing Your Business Shares Into Your Will
Over half of British small business owners do not include instructions on what to do with company shares in the event of their death.
Where Your Money Goes When You Don’t Have a Will
Last year, almost £1 billion was left ownerless as a result of people dying without having written a will. But what happens to this money when no recipients have been specified?
Digital Estate Planning
When writing a will or planning your estate you should also think about your digital assets and what will happen to them once you are gone.
Estate Planning - It's Good to Talk
Discussing what will happen after you die is often a taboo subject, however it’s wise to start planning as soon as possible.
Writing A Will and Dying Intestate
With reports showing that almost £1 billion has been left ownerless this year due to a lack of wills, it goes to show just how important estate planning is.
The Number of Contested Wills is Increasing
The number of wills that are being contested is increasing after family members dispute the wishes of deceased relatives.