Estate Planning FAQs

Yes. Xwills provides professional drafting for homeowners across all of England and Wales. As a remote-first firm, we use secure Video and Phone consultations. This allows us to provide expert advice and fixed fees without high-street overheads.

Yes. Without a Will, your estate follows the UK intestacy rules. A professionally drafted Will is the only way to establish a Property Protection Trust to secure your family home.

By utilising a Property Protection Trust Will, couples can ensure their share of the home is ringfenced. This involves severing the tenancy to move to 'Tenants in Common,' which can protect 50% of the home's value.

Draft documents are typically ready for review within 2 to 5 working days. Please note that registering an LPA with the OPG currently takes around 8-10 weeks. This is a core part of our **Estate Planning FAQs** advice for families starting the process now.

An LPA is a legal document allowing trusted individuals to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity. Without an LPA, your family may have to apply to the Court of Protection, which is costly and freezes access to your home and funds. It is a vital part of proactive **Estate Planning FAQs**.

This occurs when someone intentionally gives away assets to avoid care fees. Local authorities can "look back" at these gifts. Our specialists help you utilise legal trust structures within a Will, which are viewed differently than outright lifetime gifts under UK law.

As full members of the Society of Will Writers, we adhere to a strict Code of Practice. We carry £2 million in Professional Indemnity Insurance, ensuring every document drafted meets the highest industry standards for UK estate planning.

Yes. Whether you move house, marry, or welcome new grandchildren, we recommend reviewing your documents every 3 to 5 years. Our team makes the amendment process straightforward and affordable. Keeping your **Estate Planning FAQs** current with your life changes is essential.