Recent research has shown that the cost of death is soaring, with funerals becoming more expensive than ever before.

A report on the cost of dying has highlighted that a bereaved family will spend £3,000 on average when hiring a legal professional to administer the estate of a loved one. Administering an estate typically involves dealing with all of the assets associated with the person who has died, paying any debts and managing all of the legal and tax implications.

Recent research has shown that 86% of the population wants financial advice to help them prepare for their retirement, highlighting how many people do not feel confident in planning for this pivotal stage of their life.

Recent research shows that millions of Brits are relying on their inheritance to provide them with financial security, with this anticipated cash windfall often playing a key part in their retirement plans.

The ‘remember a charity week’ is taking place between 12 - 18 September. The annual awareness campaign designed to encourage more people to consider leaving a gift to charity in their Will.

As part of the ‘remember a charity’ awareness week, a report into the number of legacy donors was published, showing that 2015 was a record year for charitable Wills.

A recent announcement by the Treasury could put an end to a permanent non-dom status for tax purposes.

A High Court Judge has overturned the Will of a ‘significantly vulnerable’ man who left 95% of his estate to his carer.

A reluctance to talk about dying, bereavement and estate planning could result in your end of life wishes not being met.