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Sep 12, 2024 34 min

Why you need to make a will

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It may seem like something you don’t need to think about right now, but the general advice is that everybody should have a will just in case. Which? Wills expert James Buchan, and Lucinda Frostick, the Director of Remember A Charity explain what they are, what they should include, and how you go about making one. Get 30% off Which?'s Premium Will service & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter. Get 50% off a Which? membership.

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Why you need to make a will

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  1. 2:07 What is a will?
  2. 2:41 Why you need a will right now
  3. 6:04 What could go wrong if you don't have a will?
  4. 8:32 What do include in your will
  5. 10:37 Is your house your most important asset?
  6. 11:45 How do pensions feature in your will?
  7. 12:07 When does inheritance tax come into play?
  8. 16:45 Who can benefit from your will?
  9. 18:03 How much does a will cost?
  10. 19:25 How can charities benefit from your will?
  11. 24:35 Can somebody challenge your will?
  12. 27:10 What is a letter of wishes?
  13. 28:56 What is a power of attorney?
  14. 30:09 Our final pieces of advice

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