Why not use Online Wills??

There are often arguments made against making a will online, usually by people with vested interests in expressing that opinion.

It is however true that some of the online will websites are “lacking” in certain essentials which could lead the unwary inot making a (potentially costly) mistake. Although making a will online will almost certainly save you both time and money, cost should NOT be the driving factor when choosing the online will provider.

Online wills tend to cost between £9 and £45 for a single will and more for mirror wills etc.

The most important things to look for with an Online Will website are:-

1. Ensure it is solicitor checked
2. Ensure there are no hidden costs or additional costs if you decide to make changes later.
3. That there is an option to write a Discretionary Trust Will and/or Enduring Power of Attorney if required.
4. That you can print your will off IMMEDIATELY. There is little point in saving tijme if you have to wait for your will to arrive by post or email.
5. Tha the software it uses has SECURE SSL Links.
6. That it has a free trial and money back guarantee just incase.

Having looked into ALL the Online Will Writing Websites ONLY www.tenminutewill.co.uk offers all of this at a reasonable cost (£29.95). Other websites are either cheaper and lacking, or much more expensive or are similar priced but have hidden future costs should you wish to make changes.

Will Forms

Although I would not advocate using the DIY (will form) route, you can download a DIY Will Form HERE

Please remember that while it might save a few pounds it is fraught with danger and any mistakes could cost your beneficiaries far more than you save. At worst your will could be declared invalid.

Can you Make your Own Will

Yes, you can. But there are significant risks in doing so which you will not be around to sort out. It could mean substantial legal fees to put things right to say noting of the upset and problems it could cause to intended beneficiries and loved ones.

If you are considering using a DIY Will Kit you should beware of the following:-

• A Will that is not clear under the law is open to challenge and your wishes may be overruled.

• A Will not made under the correct procedures can be rendered invalid.

• When making your own Will you may overlook some possibilities and unforeseen changes in circumstances.

We would recommend that you do NOT use DIY Will Kits but consider one of the following options.

1. Make a Fully Solicitor checked Will Online from just £29.95
2. Make a Will with a qualified Will Writer

3. Use a professional will writing company such as Willdrafters Ltd.
4. Get a Free Guide to Making a Will

The Best Way to Make a Will

I am often being asked what is the best way to make a will. Well how long is a piece of string??

What I can say for certain is that what you should NOT do is write it on a fag packet OR use one of the many “forms” for DIY Wills available for Wills on the internet and elsewhere.

The WHOLE point of Making a Will is to ensure that your assets go where you want them to go with the minimum of tax paid. If you use a DIY Will there is a very good chance you will make a (legal) mistake and it will end up costing your beneficiaries a LOT of money.

So what are the options? Well I would suggest that TWO stand out.

Of ALL the options I have seen the Online Will Service from TenminuteWill is head and shoulders above the others. Not just better then the other “online services” but better than ALL the options. It is QUICK, EASY, IMMEDITE (you can print it off straight away). On top of this it costs ONLY £29.99.

In addition is is FULLY solicitor checked so you CANNOT get it wrong.

So… TWO choices – pay a measly £29.99 and get is RIGHT and Quickly, or make a DIY Will, save 29 quid and keep your fingers crossed!! Duhhhh – let me think

Visit the TenminuteWill Website here and see for your yourself!

The 2nd option is to use a high quality Will Writing Service such as WillDrafters Ltd and you can visit their website here. WillDrafters Ltd are recommended by Which? Magazine and you can get their FREE brochure at their website Willdrafters.co.uk

Very Useful Website

If you are looking for information about Wills try this website.

www.free-will.co.uk offers useful and unbiased opinion about Making a Will in the UK.

It has especially good opinion on the pitfalls associated with “free” or “DIY” Wills and a brief comparison of the main Online Will Writing services.

See more at www.free-will.co.uk

Nice Site with Useful Opinions on Making a Will in the UK

I recently came across www.free-will.co.uk. This offers useful and unbiased opinion about Making a Will in the UK.

It has especially good opinion on the pitfalls associated with “free” or “DIY” Wills and a brief comparison of the main Online Will Writing services.

See more at www.free-will.co.uk

What is the Best Way to Make a Will? (update)

I am often being asked “what is the best way to make a will”?.

What I can say for certain is that what you should NOT do is write it on a fag packet OR use one of the many “forms” for DIY Wills available for Wills on the internet and elsewhere. The WHOLE point of Making a Will is to ensure that your assets go where you want them to go with the minimum of tax paid. If you use a DIY Will there is a very good chance you will make a (legal) mistake and that could end up costing your beneficiaries a LOT of money – if it gets to them at all!.

So what are the options? Well I would suggest that TWO stand out.

Of ALL the options I have seen, the Online Will Writing Service from 10MinuteWill.co.uk is head and shoulders above the others. Not just better then the other “online services” but better than ALL the options. It is QUICK, EASY, IMMEDIATE (you can print it off straight away). On top of this it costs ONLY £29.99. In addition is is FULLY solicitor checked so you cannot get it wrong. In addition they now have the “option” of adding an Enduring Power of Attorney and, since December 2006, have added a binding service should you require that.

So… TWO choices – pay a measly £29.99 and get is RIGHT and Quickly, or make a DIY Will, save 29 quid and keep your fingers crossed!! now – let me think??

Visit the TenminuteWill Website here and see for your yourself!

The 2nd option is to use a high quality Will Writing Service such as WillDrafters Ltd and you can visit their website here. WillDrafters Ltd are recommended by Which? Magazine and you can get their FREE brochure at their website Willdrafters.co.uk