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Will

A will is the instrument whereby you ensure that your property, possessions and items of sentimental value are dealt with as you would wish. It is important to make your will to ensure that your family is provided for as you would like. Your will is a clear statement of your wishes, helping to avoid extra stress for your family at an already difficult time. A will is essential if you wish to preserve your estate and stop the tax man getting more than he should and getting a big slice of your estate, meaning your family gets less.A will could help you preserve part of your estate should you have to go into care thorough an accident, illness or old age. If you do not make a will, your estate falls under the legal ruling of Intestacy – which means your estate is divided up by people who do not have your best interests at heart.