Guides for Beneficiaries and Executors
Executor Loans UK: Borrowing against an estate for liquidity
Executor Loans exist to help executors cover urgent estate costs when they don’t have…
Being a beneficiary of a will: What you’re entitled to
Beneficiaries are entitled to receive the inheritance left to them once the estate’s debts,…
How is probate in Scotland different to England?
The process of going through probate is called Confirmation in Scotland, but both administer…
What happens to Premium Bonds after death?
After death, Premium Bonds pass to the estate. NS&I, the bank that holds them,…
What happens if a beneficiary dies during the probate process?
If a beneficiary dies during the probate process, what happens next is affected by…
The importance of liquidity in estate planning
Liquidity in estate planning is important as it means the estate will have accessible…
How many executors can a will have?
A will can name up to four executors to be named on the Grant…
What happens if an executor dies or can’t act?
If an executor dies or can’t act, the next steps depend on whether anyone…
Can an executor of a will be a beneficiary too?
Yes, in the UK, an executor of a will can also be a beneficiary….
HMRC Inheritance Tax changes 2027: what you need to know
From 6th April 2027, HMRC have announced that unused pension funds will be included…
Can probate be expedited in urgent cases?
Probate can be expedited in urgent cases, but it’s rare. Common reasons include property…
What happens to ISAs when someone dies?
When someone dies, their ISA becomes a continuing account of a deceased investor, retaining…
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