New Intestacy Rules
Important changes affecting people who die without leaving a will have been announced by the Government. These are likely to have far-ranging consequences for the majority of people in the UK who still do not have a will.
The new rules will come into effect in February 2009 and will mean that the survivng husband or wife will receive a maximum of £250,000 from the estate, no matter what it’s value, if there are surviving children.
This rule will also apply to civil partnerships;however, the rule will NOT apply to unmarried couples living together.
If you are at all unsure about whether you need a will , wish to review your existing will or have any enquiries about wills or probate matters generally please contact our Wills and Probate experts .Obtaining the right advice now may prove invaluable to you and your family in years to come.
