COVID-19 impacts probate applications in the UK In June, it was widely reported that HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) had been receiving a surge in probate applications. The Government tried to manage the surge in demand by hiring additional staff and upskilling existing staff to clear the backlog which resulted in average turnaround times …
Increased Grant applications cause delays Delays to Grant of Probate applications in England and Wales continue. A recent STEP article reports that 23,572 applications were received by HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) in January 2022. This is an increase of 5,297 (29%) on the 18,275 applications received in December 2021 for probate. The article …
What happens to property when someone dies? One question that we frequently get asked is “What happens to a property when someone dies?”. Following a bereavement, there are a number of tasks that need to be considered and ensuring that a property is dealt with correctly is one of the many responsibilities involved in estate administration. …
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https://youtu.be/pazvL1HGj_s You might be aware of ‘probate’ but you may not have heard of the term ‘estate administration’. Although both are related to dealing with the deceased’s estate, they have different definitions and people often get the two confused. Probate may be required when someone passes away. The umbrella term, ‘Grant of Representation’, refers to …
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Why you need a ‘Will’ for your pension Why you need a ‘Will’ for your pension A properly written will ensures that your assets end up where you want them when you die. But did you know you should also do the same for your pension? Unlike your property, savings and other investments, your pension …
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