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Our news section features regularly published articles related to Wills and other legacy planning topics relevant to Cyprus and the UK.
UK & Cypriot Wills and Legacy Planning News
Maplebrook Services
- Nov 2
- 2 min
The Future of Wills: Embracing Technology and Protecting Vulnerable Individuals
The UK Law Commission is holding a consultation to determine if electronic Wills should be permitted and if marriage should revoke a Will.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Sep 1
- 2 min
Strategically Excluding an Individual from Your Will
This article aims to provide guidance on the efficient and legal methods for excluding someone from a Will with transparency & fairness.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- May 2
- 2 min
Why Do Wills Get Challenged?
People often ask us "why do Wills get challenged?". Here we explain the most common circumstances under which a Will could be challenged.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Apr 3
- 2 min
What Should I Do With My Will Once I Have Signed It?
Once a Will has been signed and witnessed it needs to be stored in a safe place. Here we explain the various options available in Cyprus.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Mar 1
- 2 min
Challenging a Will
In circumstances where someone believes a Will is not valid or was created under duress, it may be possible to challenge the Will in court.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Jan 4
- 2 min
Estate Planning New Year's Resolutions
A new year resolution for reviewing & updating Wills can be a great way to start off the year with a renewed focus on your estate planning.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Dec 1, 2022
- 3 min
Divorce and Wills
It is always important to update a Will where there has been a change of circumstances and that includes following a divorce.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Nov 2, 2022
- 2 min
Why Did a Lady Have Three Wills Written in Three Days?
In mid-October, on a Friday afternoon, I answered a call from a distressed lady who was very concerned about Will documents she had signed.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Sep 27, 2022
- 2 min
Terminology Used in a Will
The purpose of a Will is to convey, in clear terms, what is to happen to an individual’s estate after death. Here we explain these terms.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Jul 19, 2022
- 2 min
Cohabiting: Owning a Property as an Unmarried Couple
In the last 20 years the number of people over the age of 70 cohabiting with partners has increased, potentially putting their homes at risk
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Apr 10, 2022
- 6 min
Glossary of Will Terminology
Our glossary of Will terminology will help you to understand some of the legal terms used in estate planning.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Feb 1, 2022
- 2 min
How Should a Will be Signed and Stored?
How should a Will be signed & stored? We cover the main principles of signing and storing both Cyprus Wills and UK Wills in this article.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Jan 1, 2022
- 2 min
How to Deal With Digital Assets in Your Estate
Read our article to find out what qualifies as a digital asset with monetary value and how to deal with digital assets in your estate.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Nov 1, 2021
- 2 min
Inheritance Disputes
A landmark UK ruling allows lawyers to charge an enhanced fee for inheritance disputes where claimants are not beneficiaries of a Will.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Jun 14, 2021
- 2 min
Why You Need Two Wills in Cyprus
Click to read our article about why you need separate Wills for assets in Cyprus, the UK and any other jurisdictions where you hold assets.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Feb 2, 2021
- 1 min
Law Society Urges People to Include Digital Assets in Wills
Overlooking the inclusion of digital assets in a Will could potentially create additional stress for loved ones during probate.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Jan 26, 2021
- 2 min
Revocation of a Will - Wills Act 1837
A Will is revoked by destruction, by the burning, tearing or otherwise destroying of the Will by the testator, or someone on their behalf.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Oct 7, 2020
- 2 min
FREE Review of Existing Will and Personal Circumstances
We offer a free no-obligation review of existing Wills and personal circumstances to UK expats in Cyprus and Cypriots with UK assets.
Wayne Barnett FCA | MIPW | STEP Affiliate
- Aug 31, 2020
- 2 min
UK Wills: Is Your Will up to Date?
It is believed that 50% of people haven’t even written a Will, while others write a Will, store it away and forget about it.
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