It often begins with good intentions. An older parent wants to “make things easier” for the family. Someone suggests adding an adult child onto the title deeds of the home to avoid probate or inheritance tax. It sounds simple, practical, and harmless. But this well-meaning decision can create risks that many families never see coming. You May Be Giving Away More Than You Realise Once another person becomes a legal owner of your property, their circumstances can begin affectin

Many people are asked to be an executor in someone’s Will and immediately say yes, because they feel honoured, or because they feel they should not refuse. But very few people are told what the role actually involves. Being an executor is not just a title. It is a legal responsibility, and in some situations it can involve a lot of work and a lot of responsibility. Before you agree to be an executor, it is important to understand what the role really means. What does an execu