What is ‘Intestacy’? And what happens if you die with no Will? In the event that an individual dies in England and Wales without a Will or their Will only disposes of part of their assets then their residuary estate (or the undisposed part thereof) will fall under the Rules of Intestacy – described in […]
The long-awaited Autumn statement was finally released on November 17th 2022. We cover some of the main points.
To highlight issues raised by Resolution, Cunningtons’ Family Law team is taking part in Good Divorce Week from 28th November 2022.
Interest rate jumps again: what does this mean for you?
With many UK adults used to interest rates of less than 1% and low inflation, we look at the effects of the rise in both numbers
When you’re looking for a solicitor to help you, you’ll see many different law firms stating how different they are from others. Our customer reviews speak for themselves.
It’s been a busy couple of months for us and we want to share with you what we’ve been up to … Golf for charity In terms of charity, we’ve been getting involved with all sorts of fundraisers and events to help our local community. In September 2022, we had two teams of golfers participate […]
Buying a property can be like playing a game of Snakes & Ladders: there are a number of ladders to climb, as well as some snakes that can send you sliding backwards …
The duties of an executor can be onerous, and you might not be in the right frame of mind to properly administer a loved one’s Will. We go through the areas that an executor has to cover: lifetime gifts, advertising for beneficiaries and creditors, Will searches, determining digital assets, genealogy, and Section 160 Valuations.
The new cabinet has reduced the rate of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) payable in England and Northern Ireland. This reduces homebuyers’ stamp duty liability – we explain the situation
How Cunningtons’ Wills & Probate team learnt from the unique challenges of a global epidemic
Restrictive Covenants can dictate what you can do with a property, even if you own the freehold. We go through some issues – and your options.
We discuss the process of administering a Will after someone has died; this includes probate issues and who is entitled to read a Will.