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Ian Nicholson Talks Wills and Guardianship on Phoenix FM
Ian Nicholson joined Phoenix FM’s Eat My Brunch to talk Wills and Guardianship. Listen back and find out why naming a guardian for your children matters.
What Happens to Your Business When You Die?
Most business owners have a plan for growing their turnover. Very few have a plan for what happens to that same business if they’re not around to run it. Ian Nicholson looks at what really happens to a business when its owner dies – and why a Will is the thing standing between “sorted” and “chaos.”
A Will Is Not Just About Money. A Will Is About Childcare Too.
Most people think of a Will as a money document. Who gets the house, who gets the savings, who gets what’s left. Ask a parent what happens to their children if both of them die, and quite often they haven’t thought about it at all. A Will isn’t just about money. Learn why naming a guardian matters, and how life assurance can help provide for them financially too.
On The Radio: Ian Nicholson Talks Wills On Phoenix FM
Ian Nicholson of Beaulieu Wills and Estate Planning recently joined Jo Bailey on Phoenix FM’s Drive Show to cut through the jargon and make wills and estate planning feel a lot less daunting – whether you’re in your 20s or your 80s. Listen to the full interview here.
Who Should I Choose as My Executor? (And What Are You Actually Asking Them to Do?)
Choosing an executor for your Will is one of the most important decisions you’ll make — yet it’s often overlooked. In this article, we explain what an executor actually does, why the role carries more responsibility than many people realise, and how to choose someone who can manage the process with confidence and care.
Estate Planning for Blended Families: Why Mirror Wills Are Often Not Enough
Blended families face unique challenges when it comes to wills and inheritance. From second marriages to children from previous relationships, estate planning needs to reflect modern family life. This article explains why mirror wills often fall short for blended families, the risks involved, and what a well-structured will should achieve.
I Wrote My Will Years Ago… Do I Need to Look At It Again?
“I’ve already got a will, so I’m all sorted.” That’s a sentence I hear almost every week. And on the surface, it sounds sensible. After all, having a will – any will – is better than having none. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: A will is not a “set it and forget it” document.
It’s Not Just About Money: The Things Families Fight Over Most After a Death
When people imagine inheritance disputes, they picture large sums of money and valuable property. In reality? Some of the biggest arguments are about things with very little financial value.
The Kindest Gift: What One Couple’s Will Planning Taught Me About Love
A young couple came to me with one clear wish: to protect their children, no matter what life brings. Their story reveals what thoughtful planning truly looks like — and why every parent should have these conversations sooner rather than later.
What Falling from 13,000 Feet Taught Me About Facing Your Fears
Discover how a 13,000ft skydive helped me rethink fear, procrastination, and why writing your will or LPA is easier than you think.