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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.
Out of Body or Just Out of My Mind?
I’ve officially lost my mind — I’ve agreed to a charity skydive. Discover how a chat about hospice care turned into “Extreme Will Writing” and how you can get involved.
Why Do We Wait? The Real Reasons People Delay Writing Their Will
Discover the real reasons people avoid writing a will and why delaying puts loved ones at risk. Learn the myths, the truths, and how simple the process can be. Don’t wait… Protect your estate!
When a Home-Made Will Goes Wrong: A Cautionary Tale
Now and then, someone asks me, “Why don’t I just write my will myself?” My honest reply is always the same: “You absolutely can. But most of us don’t – for the straightforward reason that we want to be certain it’s done properly.”
Mum, Dad, How Do We Arrange Your Funeral?
We all know death is inevitable, yet most families avoid talking about the practicalities until it’s too late. You might have already faced the “big conversations” about wills and powers of attorney – but there’s one question that still catches families off guard.
Lasting Powers of Attorney: When Someone Else needs to Take Control
Most families shy away from talking about death and inheritance. But there’s another subject that feels even more uncomfortable: What happens if someone you love loses the ability to make decisions for themselves?