If you don’t have a Will don’t worry, the Government has one for you – but it’s unlikely to be one you would want!
Intestacy refers to the situation where someone dies without a Will in place. Most of us have an idea how we would want our property and assets distributed when we die. However, if you don’t have a valid Will the Government’s ‘Rules of Intestacy’ will determine how your assets are distributed.
The Intestacy Rules are totally inflexible. This means your surviving spouse could be forced to sell the family home to provide for your children’s entitlement, or your unmarried partner may have no option but to take your estate to court leaving your loved ones struggling financially for months or even years before your estate is settled.
How your assets would be distributed in the absence of a Will
Ensure your loved ones are provided for as you intend
For more information to help you better protect your loved ones after your death, download our Personal Wills guide or Business owner Wills guide.
For help putting in place a Will that does exactly what you need it to, contact Rachael.
