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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


Are You Thinking of Gifting Your Home to Your Children to Avoid Cyprus Probate?
Here are reasons why you might, or might not, consider gifting the family home here in Cyprus to your children while you're still alive.

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Mar 1, 20243 min read


Forced Heirship in Cyprus, Brussels IV, and Brexit: A Comprehensive Overview
Inheritance law took an intriguing turn with the introduction of Brussels IV, designed to simplify and harmonise succession rules in the EU.

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Feb 1, 20242 min read


Deed of Variation: Understanding the Basics
A Deed of Variation is a legal document that allows the terms of a deceased person's Will to be altered to better suit the beneficiaries.

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Jan 3, 20242 min read


Navigating the Path to Secure Estate Planning
In this article, we explore five essential factors to scrutinise before choosing a company or individual to write or review your Will.

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Dec 1, 20232 min read


Exploring the Impact of Wills Through Real-Life Case Histories
Wayne Barnett shares some real-life scenarios involving Wills & inheritance disputes that demonstrate the vital role of up-to-date Wills.

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Nov 24, 20234 min read


Maplebrook Services Launches Free Monthly 'Life Admin' Clinic in Paphos
Our Life Admin Clinic offers free support to the local community for tasks such as completing forms, renewals and technical issues.

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Nov 15, 20232 min read


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.

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Nov 2, 20232 min read


Choosing a Will Writer: Don't do Anything Until You've Read This!
Finding a trustworthy & knowledgeable Will Writer can be hard. Our checklist helps you confidently choose someone qualified for the job.

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Oct 26, 20232 min read


HMRC Attacks Hybrid Partnership Portfolio Planning
HMRC is aware of a scheme being marketed as a tax planning option for individual property landlords to structure their property business.

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Oct 16, 20233 min read


HMRC Plans Restrictions on IHT Benefits of Trusts for UK Employees
HMRC has published proposed measures to limit the use of employee ownership trusts and employee benefit trusts for tax avoidance purposes.

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Oct 16, 20235 min read


Intestacy in England and Wales
When a person dies without a valid Will, the estate is ‘intestate’, meaning it must be dealt with according to rules of intestacy.

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Oct 2, 20232 min read


Personal Thanks from Our Clients
Here we share some of the lovely thanks we've received from clients who are able to relax now their legacy planning affairs are in order.

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Sep 29, 20232 min read


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.

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Sep 1, 20232 min read


Euthanasia and Domicile
In cases where a person travels from their Domicile of Choice country to another country for euthanasia purposes, Domicile can be affected.

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Aug 10, 20231 min read


The Importance of Estate Planning: Securing Your Legacy for Future Generations
Estate planning controls the distribution of your assets and properties, ensuring your loved ones are taken care of after your passing.

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Aug 1, 20233 min read


Legacy Planning Matters in the News
Legacy planning stories often make the news. Here is our pick of the most important legacy planning articles hitting the headlines.

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Jul 25, 20231 min read


Ways in Which a Will Can be Annulled
A Will outlines a person's wishes for the distribution of their assets after death and can be annulled under certain circumstances.

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Jul 6, 20233 min read


Appointing Guardians for Children in a Will
Appointing guardians for children in Wills is an important aspect of estate planning, especially for parents with minor children.

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Jun 1, 20233 min read


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.

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May 2, 20232 min read


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.

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Apr 3, 20232 min read
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