UK & Cypriot Wills and Legacy Planning News

Discover what happens to Premium Bonds after you pass away and learn how Executors manage Premium Bonds for a smooth inheritance process.

In this article we explain how to deal with someone's digital accounts, services & assets, known as a 'digital legacy', after they die.

As we step into 2025, all of us at Maplebrook Services would like to extend our heartfelt wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous year!

Should you accept the role of an executor in a Will? Discover the complexities and potential disputes involved and how we can guide you.

Our team is committed to being here for you for many years to come and our expertise extends to advising on UK inheritance tax implications.

Understanding how marriage impacts a Will is essential. This article will explore the key ways in which marriage can influence a Will.

Deciding when to kickstart your life and legacy plan can often feel daunting, but delaying only adds unnecessary stress for your loved ones.

We delve into the pros and cons of having one Will or two Wills when assets are held in different countries and how probate is affected.

Inheritance law took an intriguing turn with the introduction of Brussels IV, designed to simplify and harmonise succession rules in the EU.

In this article, we explore five essential factors to scrutinise before choosing a company or individual to write or review your Will.

The UK Law Commission is holding a consultation to determine if electronic Wills should be permitted and if marriage should revoke a Will.

This article aims to provide guidance on the efficient and legal methods for excluding someone from a Will with transparency & fairness.

People often ask us "why do Wills get challenged?". Here we explain the most common circumstances under which a Will could be challenged.

Once a Will has been signed and witnessed it needs to be stored in a safe place. Here we explain the various options available in Cyprus.

In circumstances where someone believes a Will is not valid or was created under duress, it may be possible to challenge the Will in court.

A new year resolution for reviewing & updating Wills can be a great way to start off the year with a renewed focus on your estate planning.

It is always important to update a Will where there has been a change of circumstances and that includes following a divorce.

In mid-October, on a Friday afternoon, I answered a call from a distressed lady who was very concerned about Will documents she had signed.

The purpose of a Will is to convey, in clear terms, what is to happen to an individual’s estate after death. Here we explain these terms.

In the last 20 years the number of people over the age of 70 cohabiting with partners has increased, potentially putting their homes at risk