The most important factors for management of the Probate process, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. “Probate” in terms of the law means the Court or Probate Registry’s validation of a Will. Generally, the terms [...]
Robert Cartmell explains which types of Trust are required to be registered with the Trust Registration Service There has been much recent talk around the uses and benefits of Trusts and that has been heightened [...]
The most common factors in choosing appropriate Trustees for your Trust or Will, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. Trusts as a concept known to most people and are commonly found alongside most Wills for [...]
Trusts as a concept is known to most people but it is often feared or misunderstood. What is a Trust? A Trust is a vehicle, a box, or a notional bag, into which assets are [...]
Robert Cartmell explains the main differences between a Discretionary Trust structure and a Vulnerable Persons Trust structure. When you consider making gifts in your Will (or indeed during your lifetime) there may be persons benefiting [...]
Practical strategies for IHT Planning, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. Inheritance Tax (IHT) is known to most people. It is a 40% Government tax levied on assets that are held by a person who [...]
Robert Cartmell explains the latest Trust Registration requirements Are you a Trustee of a Trust? If so, you are already no doubt aware of the 2022 requirements as to the Trust being required to be [...]
Common sense to consider for Wills, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. The basic structure of a Will is known to many. Some important aspects are often not considered or not even known of. Always [...]
Common sense things to consider, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. Estate Planning is a relatively modern term to describe a whole range of aspects from Wills to Powers of Attorney, to gift-making and Inheritance [...]
Robert Cartmell explains the benefits of the Will-Trust structures. Everyone knows how important it is to have a Will prepared. A Will is the legal document by which you dispose of your Estate to your [...]
