A natural high and a sense of immortality come with being a young adult. You may feel pretty good about yourself now that you’ve graduated from college, landed your first well-paying job, or got your own place. Therefore, writing a will and deciding what to do with your possessions and estate after death is foreign […] The post Making a Will as a Young Adult appeared first on IWC Probate and Will Services ..read more

Whether you have lots of time to make arrangements or you pass away suddenly, you may still have secured debt that needs to be paid off. But what happens when you die with secured debts? Read on to find out. What Are Secured Debts? Debts incurred while backed by an asset are known as secured […] The post What Happens to Secured Debt When You Die? appeared first on IWC Probate and Will Services ..read more

Many people stumble across precious items hidden in curious places when sorting the property of a deceased loved one. Sometimes, many years later, a new family may move into a home and find a hidden gem from decades or even centuries ago. Here, we look at what things people hide and where. Why Do People […] The post Hiding Valuable Items – Finding Treasures After a Death appeared first on IWC Probate and Will Services ..read more

Knowing what to say or do when a loved one is grieving can be difficult. Bereaved people feel intense sadness, wrath, remorse, loneliness and depression. Understandably, you would want to be able to support a grieving loved one. This blog looks at how you can support a bereaved loved one. Worrying is Natural You may […] The post Advice on Helping a Bereaved Loved One appeared first on IWC Probate and Will Services ..read more

Speaking about terminal illnesses such as cancer and inevitable death is very difficult. Sometimes, we don’t say anything because we’re frightened to say the wrong thing, especially when discussing cancer. This blog will help you understand why and how to conduct these unpleasant conversations with loved ones. Starting the Discussion Talking about death and end-of-life […] The post How to Handle Difficult Conversations About Cancer and Death appeared first on IWC Probate and Will Services ..read more

Everyone experiences loss. We may need to take a leave of absence from work to grieve, prepare a burial, and settle the estate, and this time off work is called compassionate leave. This blog looks at what compassionate leave entails and how much you should get. What is Compassionate Leave? Compassionate leave is taking time […] The post What is compassionate leave, and how much Should I get? appeared first on IWC Probate and Will Services ..read more

Losing someone you love is never easy. In fact, it can cause a concoction of intense emotions, grief, anger, heartache and confusion being amongst them. The prospect of moving on after a friend, partner or relative dies can be daunting and overwhelming, particularly in the days immediately after the death. Here are five things to do following the death of a loved one. Put Your Well-being First There is no correct way to deal with grief – we are all different and will handle things at our own pace and in our own way. However, whether you feel sadness, rage, or confusion—allow yourself to experi ..read more

Inheriting a property, whether a studio apartment or a five-bedroom mansion, can be life-changing. Though it may be an opportunity to start over, a lot of responsibility is involved. What to do with the property—sell, rent, or keep it—will be among your most important choices. Your situation will determine which option is better; no universal solution exists. You must also consider inheritance tax depending on the property’s value. This blog examines the question: Inherited property: Should we stay or sell? Region and Lifestyle Do your needs meet the location? Consider your work commute, dista ..read more

Funeral costs are rarely considered until a loss is suffered. After all, who wants to spend their life worrying about bills after death when there is plenty to focus on now? In 2023, a ‘standard’ funeral cost just over £4k, an increase of more than 4% from the previous year. 2024 shows signs of going the same way, with the average funeral cost rising to around £4,300. This blog will discuss the ‘Cost of dying crisis’. What Makes Up The Cost of a Funeral? Let’s have a brief overview of everything that must be considered when planning and paying for a funeral: Service and celebrant Burial/crema ..read more

Many people don’t know about a lasting power of attorney until they find themselves in a circumstance where they need one. Lasting powers of attorney are a crucial component of many probate procedures, even though they can appear to be complicated matters. This blog will dispel misconceptions and present the truth about lasting powers of attorney. Types of Lasting Power of Attorney Two varieties of LPA exist. These are the following:  LPA for Health and Welfare Decisions: This agreement gives the donor’s attorney the authority to approve medical care and treatments and make decisions rega ..read more