When a person dies without leaving a will the law decides what is to happen to their possessions whether it's a few pounds, some cherished objects of jewellery or a large amount of money.
Even if you do not own very much you should consider making a will, otherwise your possessions will be distributed according to legal regulations that may not coincide with your wishes. At the same time it may be wise to consider appointing someone to manage your financial affairs should you become unable to do so yourself. You can do this by granting an Enduring Power of Attorney.
Some people believe that writing a will is morbid and somehow tempting fate, others never quite get around to it, while some people make several wills during their lifetime as circumstances change. To help those who live on after and to ensure that your property is dealt with as you want it to be you need to make a will.
Wills sound like a very complicated legal process, which can make people shy away from them. The content of a will does not have to be complex, much depends on what is to be left and who the beneficiaries are to be.
There are certain requirements which need to be met if a will is to be valid and care needs to be taken, as sorting out an unclear will can lead to long and expensive court cases.
A solicitor can be located using the "find a solicitor" facility on the Law Society website at www.lawsociety.org.uk