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Our news section features regularly published articles related to Wills and other legacy planning topics relevant to Cyprus and the UK.
UK & Cypriot Wills and Legacy Planning News
Maplebrook Services
Apr 3, 20232 min read
What Should I Do With My Will Once I Have Signed It?
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.
Maplebrook Services
Mar 1, 20233 min read
Challenging a Will
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.
Maplebrook Services
Jan 4, 20232 min read
Estate Planning New Year's Resolutions
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.
Maplebrook Services
Dec 1, 20223 min read
Divorce and Wills
It is always important to update a Will where there has been a change of circumstances and that includes following a divorce.
Maplebrook Services
Nov 2, 20222 min read
Why Did a Lady Have Three Wills Written in Three Days?
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.
Maplebrook Services
Sep 27, 20222 min read
Terminology Used in a Will
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.
Maplebrook Services
Jul 19, 20222 min read
Cohabiting: Owning a Property as an Unmarried Couple
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
Maplebrook Services
May 8, 20222 min read
Cyprus Wills: Cases of Real-Life Issues
When reviewing some Cyprus Wills, you see the problems that make the Will completely invalid or do not reflect the Testator’s wishes.
Maplebrook Services
Apr 10, 20226 min read
Glossary of Will Terminology
Our glossary of Will terminology will help you to understand some of the legal terms used in estate planning.
Maplebrook Services
Feb 1, 20222 min read
How Should a Will be Signed and Stored?
How should a Will be signed & stored? We cover the main principles of signing and storing both Cyprus Wills and UK Wills in this article.
Maplebrook Services
Jun 14, 20212 min read
Why You Need Two Wills in Cyprus
Click to read our article about why you need separate Wills for assets in Cyprus, the UK and any other jurisdictions where you hold assets.
Maplebrook Services
Feb 2, 20211 min read
Law Society Urges People to Include Digital Assets in Wills
Overlooking the inclusion of digital assets in a Will could potentially create additional stress for loved ones during probate.
Maplebrook Services
Oct 7, 20202 min read
FREE Review of Existing Will and Personal Circumstances
We offer a free no-obligation review of existing Wills and personal circumstances to UK expats in Cyprus and Cypriots with UK assets.
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