As with anything this important, there are plenty of factors which will impact the cost of your Will, and ways to make sure you get the best value for the money that you pay to protect your interests. This blog is going to look at the fundamental elements of a Will and how we ascertain how much to quote for a Will, as well as additional considerations which can create more complex Wills. As with anything tailored to individual needs, this can make it more or less expensive depending on your circumstances and requirements. If you need more information on how Canterbury Estate Planning can help you with your will, contact us here.
Our Service
Unlike co-operative online companies, Canterbury Estate Planning prefers to work with you personally. We’re not writing Wills in bulk, because we believe that the value we provide is in the transparency of our service. We don’t want you to go through the process of putting a Will together, only to discover something was forgotten or misrepresented because it’s a ‘standard procedure’ churned out by a computer. We’re happy to speak on the phone, or meet in person so that there’s nothing misconstrued or miscommunicated. It also helps us give you the best advice when putting your Will together, to protect your family and the assets you’re leaving behind. Please feel free to discuss receiving a hard copy of your Will, or whether you’d like us to protect and store a hard copy for you.
Our Knowledge
With the amount of misinformation online, it might seem like a good idea to put together a ‘makeshift’ Will online – but even if your Will is ‘pretty standard’, it’s always a good idea to get a professional to check it for things that you have missed or misunderstood. I’m a fully insured, qualified Will Writer, regulated by the Society of Will Writers with nearly fifteen years of experience.
The initial, free, consultation is to help you understand the best way to maximise your inheritance tax allowances to provide you peace of mind and control over your assets. We will also discuss Lasting Powers of Attorney, any potential hidden complications you might not have considered, and make sure you’re not bombarded with technical jargon.
Our Coverage
Canterbury Estate Planning is based in Canterbury but I’m happy to travel across Kent to provide my services. We often get asked ‘when should I sort out my Will?’ and whilst it might be something associated with ‘later in life’, if you die without a Will you’re deemed to have died intestate – which means your spouse, partner or loved ones are not automatically entitled to your entire estate. It leaves your legacy open to claims from people you may not expect or want to share in what you’ve left behind and cause even more upset in an already difficult time.
This is why we’re happy to speak to anyone, whether you’re in your twenties, forties or eighties, about updating your Will and providing the protection you need for your property. You should have the expectation that we’ll continue to protect your interests, as Wills should be renewed at least every two years, or at a life-changing event, such as getting married, the birth of a child or receiving an inheritance as a few examples.
Hopefully, this has clarified the value we provide to our clients. It’s an important decision to make, but the process doesn’t need to be stressful. Canterbury Estate Planning is here to support you. Book your free consultation here.