When a married couple or civil partners separate or divorce/end their civil partnership, how are their assets and monies divided? Every case is different. The aim is to be ‘fair’. In striving to achieve ‘fairness’, English law requires that ‘all the circumstances of the case’ be taken into account, ‘first consideration being given to the welfare while a minor of…
What is Cybercrime? You might have seen a number of articles in the news recently about people falling victim to cybercrime. Cybercrime is a type of fraud. Modern technology, including the use of emails means that cybercrime is on the increase and as a house purchase/sale often involves large sums of money, conveyancing transactions are very attractive to criminals. As…
The Help to Buy Scheme has now been extended until 2023, and with the Help to Buy Scheme now also open to non-first time buyers who are purchasing a New Build property, it is likely that the popularity of the Scheme is set to continue. Many people have taken on a Help to Buy Equity Loan to help them purchase…
What on earth are ‘Digital Assets’? For an increasing number of people, life is lived virtually via their smart phone. They have accounts with Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, WhatsApp, YouTube, and of course Facebook as well as PayPal and gambling accounts, online banking, E-Bay, shopping apps, subscription services like Netflix and online music providers and several email accounts not to mention…
One of the most common questions we are asked when considering Wills is “Can I gift my house to my children to avoid care home fees?” Quite simply, there is nothing to stop you from making gifts during your lifetime as long as you understand what you are doing and the possible consequences.We find that many of the consequences can…
A key decision when making a Will is who you want to deal with your estate in the event of your death. These people will be your Executors. Executors are usually family members, close friends or professionals, such as Solicitors. When choosing who to appoint as your Executor, you should choose someone who is organised and would be able to…