Wills

What a will does

A will records who should receive your property, money and possessions after death. It can also name executors to administer your estate. Without a valid will, statutory rules determine who inherits.

Questions to consider

• Who should receive specific assets or the remainder of the estate?
• Who is willing and able to act as executor?
• Have marriage, separation, children or significant assets changed your plans?

Signing matters

In England and Wales a will generally must be written, signed voluntarily by a person aged 18 or over with capacity, and witnessed by two adults. A beneficiary or their spouse should not witness a gift intended for them. See the official GOV.UK guide for the current rules and seek advice when circumstances are complex.