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Things I Wish I Had Known Before Agreeing to Be an Executor
Being an executor isn’t easy—avoid common pitfalls with expert help from Toucan Law. Call today for probate guidance and support!
Kylie Cox
Mar 263 min read
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Understanding Probate: Do I Need Probate in the UK? Bank Probate Thresholds Explained
"Do I need probate?" It depends on the estate's value and assets. Learn about UK bank probate thresholds and when probate is required.
Kylie Cox
Mar 185 min read
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What to do when Someone Dies - Immediate Steps
Learn what to do when someone dies: register the death, arrange the funeral, secure assets, and manage digital accounts. Plan ahead today.
Kylie Cox
Feb 63 min read
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The Chilling Consequences of Murder on Inheritance: Insights from Netflix's Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
Netflix's Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story highlights how murder affects inheritance under the Forfeiture Act.
Kylie Cox
Oct 10, 20243 min read
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How to Remove an Executor or Trustee: A Simple Guide
Removing an executor or trustee requires valid grounds like misconduct, conflict of interest, or incapacity. Learn about the process
Kylie Cox
Sep 19, 20243 min read
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Unclaimed Inheritance: The Executor’s Guide to Finding Dormant Assets in the Digital Age
Discover how to track down unclaimed inheritance in the digital age and fulfill your duty as an executor with confidence.
Kylie Cox
Sep 17, 20243 min read
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Appointing an Executor: Why You Need to Choose Wisely
An executor ensures a deceased's wishes are fulfilled, managing assets, debts, and inheritance. Read about the role and responsibilities.
Kylie Cox
Aug 27, 20246 min read
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Probate: How long does it take? Key Dates You Need to Know
Key dates in estate administration from probate application to inheritance tax deadlines to help guide executors
Kylie Cox
Aug 18, 20245 min read
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Understanding the Probate Process
The probate process in England and Wales is a complex legal procedure that ensures the proper distribution of a deceased person's estate.
Kylie Cox
Jun 4, 20244 min read
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Can we amend dad's Will after he has died? Understanding Deeds of Variation and Disclaimers
While it may seem that a Will is set in stone , there are legal mechanisms that allow for changes under certain circumstances
Kylie Cox
May 30, 20244 min read
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Estate Administration - Navigating the Tax Jungle: A guide to dealing with tax following the death of a loved one
Unravelling the mysteries of Tax, providing insights to ease your journey through the complex world of probate and estate administration.
Kylie Cox
Jan 9, 20243 min read
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A guide to valuing an estate for Probate
An estate evaluation is required for the Probate application and depending on the value, to calculate if any Inheritance Tax is payable
Kylie Cox
Dec 4, 20233 min read
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What is a Deed of Variation and how does it work?
A Deed of Variation is a legal document which allows beneficiaries to make changes to their entitlement following someone’s death.
Kylie Cox
Nov 6, 20232 min read
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Help, I've been named as an Executor but haven't a clue what to do!
There are a number of legal and financial requirements that need to be completed when a person dies.
Kylie Cox
Aug 29, 20235 min read
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