What to do after someone dies – Step-by-step checklist
A simple guide to the key steps you need to take when someone dies. The process you should follow and the people that have to be notified.
Bereavement Help
Wills and donating to charity
One of the key elements of writing a will is naming the beneficiaries, the individuals who will receive a share of your assets after you die. You have complete control over exactly who you’d like to name as a beneficiary, what percentage of your assets you’d like to leave them and what type of assets …
The free legal advice available after a death
The complicated legal terminology and the pile of administrative tasks can make dealing with a death feel overwhelming. But there are a wealth of free resources out there to help.
Dealing with utilities when someone dies
Below, we’ve outlined the process of dealing with utility accounts after a loved one dies.
How to apply for a grant of probate
When dealing with it for the first time applying for a grant of probate can feel like a total step into the unknown. But, trust us when we say that it’s not as complicated as it first appears.
What financial help is available after a death?
Few people are aware of the support that is in place to help deal with financial issues and difficulties when they are going through a bereavement.
Should you attempt probate yourself?
Some people consider dealing with probate themselves to access as much of their inheritance as possible, but how easy is it?
Choosing the right executor for your will
An executor can be anyone who you are close to – a partner, child, family member or a friend. But who is the best choice?
Understanding Inheritance Tax
For anyone dealing with it for the first time, managing a death can feel like negotiating a maze of legal complexities. At Life Ledger, we understand the benefit a little guidance can deliver. In this article, we’ve tried to break down the rules surrounding Inheritance Tax into some simple, easy to follow guidance. With this …
What happens if someone dies abroad
A brief overview of what you will need to do and the help available if someone you know dies outside of the UK
Why a will is important
Having a will in place will be an invaluable help for your family, during a difficult time.
What are death notifications?
We have to send them, but what do they actually do and why are they so important?
