Your Will Writers

04/07/2026

As England take on Mexico, I’m sure my blood pressure won’t be the only thing going through the roof! Being an England fan isn’t for the faint-hearted – every match seems determined to push us right to the brink before the final whistle!

So here’s a little bit of football-inspired humour…

If you’ve been meaning to get your Will sorted but keep putting it off, now might be the perfect time… just in case England take us to extra time and penalties again! 😅

To celebrate England’s World Cup run, Your Will Writers is offering 15% OFF any Will appointment booked while the tournament is still being played.

✅ Professional Will Writing
✅ Home appointments available
✅ Codsall-based
✅ Friendly, straightforward advice
✅ Over 25 years’ experience

📞 Noel Wildman – 07727 347377
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.yourwillwriters.co.uk

12/06/2026

As many of you know, I run Your Will Writers, based here in Codsall.

Over the years I've been fortunate to build strong working relationships with a number of local professional introducers, including financial advisers, mortgage advisers, estate agents and accountants. These partnerships have helped ensure that their clients receive trusted advice on wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts and probate when needed.

Due to continued growth, I now have capacity to work with a small number of additional local professional introducers.

If you're a professional adviser who regularly speaks with clients about protecting their family, property or future wishes, there may be an opportunity for us to work together.

I pride myself on providing a personal, flexible service, with appointments available at my office in Codsall, clients' homes, by telephone, video call or at a location convenient to them. I am also proud to have built up a large number of 5-star Google reviews from local clients across Codsall, Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire.

If you would like an informal chat about how we could support each other's clients, please feel free to message me or call 07727 347377.

Noel Wildman
Your Will Writers
www.yourwillwriters.co.uk
07727 347377

08/06/2026

A surprising number of the top estate planning mistakes start with good intentions. People mean to sort out a will, mean to update paperwork after a major life change, or assume their family will simply know what they want. Sadly, that is often how confusion, delay and avoidable stress begin.
Estate planning is not only about what happens after death. It is also about protecting you while you are alive, making sure the right people can step in if you lose capacity, and reducing the chance of disputes at an already difficult time. When arrangements are clear and properly prepared, families usually have a far easier path.
Why top estate planning mistakes happen
Most mistakes are not caused by carelessness. They happen because estate planning feels easy to postpone. It sits on the to-do list next to jobs that seem less urgent than work, family life and day-to-day finances.
There is also a common belief that estate planning is only for the wealthy.

Avoid the top estate planning mistakes with clear, practical guidance on wills, trusts and powers of attorney for lasting peace of mind.

02/06/2026

When people think about making a will, they usually focus on who inherits what. The choice of executor is often left until the end, yet learning how to choose will executors wisely can make a real difference to how smoothly your affairs are handled after death. A well-chosen executor can reduce stress for your family, keep the administration on track, and help ensure your wishes are carried out properly.
An executor is the person, or people, responsible for dealing with your estate after you die. That can include registering the death, locating your will, valuing assets, paying debts, dealing with banks and insurers, applying for probate if needed, and distributing the estate to beneficiaries. It is a position of trust, but it is also a practical job. That is why the right choice is not always the most obvious one.
Why choosing executors deserves more thought
Many people appoint their spouse, eldest child, or closest relative simply because it feels natural.

Learn how to choose will executors wisely, avoid common mistakes, and appoint someone reliable to carry out your wishes with care.

26/05/2026

A lot of families assume that if a parent dies, their stepchildren will naturally be treated the same as their biological children. Sadly, that is often not how the law works. If you are asking, can stepchildren inherit without a will, the short answer in most cases is no - not automatically under the intestacy rules in England and Wales.
That can come as a real shock, especially in close blended families where a stepparent may have helped raise a child for many years. Family life and legal rights do not always match. When no valid will is in place, the estate is distributed according to a strict legal order, and stepchildren usually sit outside it unless they have been formally adopted.
Can stepchildren inherit without a will under intestacy rules?
Under the intestacy rules, only certain relatives can inherit when someone dies without a valid will. The law gives priority to spouses, civil partners, children, and other blood relatives in a set order.

Can stepchildren inherit without a will? In the UK, intestacy rules rarely protect them. Learn what happens and how to avoid family disputes.

18/05/2026

Most people do not put off making a will because they do not care. They put it off because they are unsure where to start, worried about getting it wrong, or assume it can wait. The trouble is that life does not always give you a neat moment to deal with it. If you are wondering how to write a will, the good news is that the process can be much simpler and more straightforward than many people expect.
A will is one of the clearest ways to protect the people you care about. It lets you say who should inherit your money, property, and personal belongings after your death. It can also name guardians for children, set out funeral wishes, and help reduce the chance of family disputes at an already difficult time.
How to write a will step by step
Before you begin writing anything down, it helps to be clear about what your will is there to do. A will should reflect your wishes accurately, fit your family circumstances, and meet the legal rules that make it valid.

Learn how to write a will in the UK, what to include, who can witness it, and when to get help so your wishes are clear and valid.

05/05/2026

When couples sit down to make a will, the first question is often very simple: can we do this together? In many cases, the answer is yes - and that is why a guide to mirror wills in the UK can be so useful. Mirror wills are a common choice for spouses and long-term partners who want similar wishes recorded clearly, without making the process feel more complicated than it needs to be.
That said, simple does not always mean identical for every family. A mirror will can be exactly the right fit in one household and the wrong choice in another. The key is understanding what it does, what it does not do, and where a more tailored plan may offer better protection.
What are mirror wills?
Mirror wills are two separate wills, usually made by a couple, with very similar or identical terms. In most cases, each person leaves their estate to the other first. If the other person has already died, the estate then passes to the same children, relatives, or chosen beneficiaries.

A guide to mirror wills in the UK, including how they work, who they suit, key risks, and when couples may need a different estate plan.

30/04/2026

Most people do not wake up one morning excited to sort out their will. It usually comes to mind after a life event - buying a home, getting married, having children, or dealing with the estate of someone close to you. If you have been asking when should you make a will, the honest answer is usually sooner than you think.
A will is not just for later life or for people with significant wealth. It is a practical way to make sure your wishes are clear, the right people are looked after, and your family is not left trying to guess what you wanted at an already difficult time.
When should you make a will? Usually at the first sign life is becoming more complicated
There is no perfect age to make a will, but there are plenty of clear moments when putting one in place moves from "something to do one day" to something genuinely sensible. If you are over 18 and you have people, property, savings, or responsibilities that matter to you, a will is worth considering.

Wondering when should you make a will? Learn the right time to put one in place and how it protects your family, home and wishes.

27/04/2026

A lot of families only discover the answer to what happens if you die without a will when they are already dealing with a death. At that point, simple questions can become stressful very quickly. Who is in charge? Who inherits? What happens to the home? And what if the person who died had a partner but was never married?
When someone dies without a valid will in England or Wales, they are said to have died intestate. That means the law decides who can deal with their estate and who receives it. For some families, the outcome may roughly match what the person would have wanted. For many others, it does not.
What happens if you die without a will in England and Wales?
If you die without a will, your money, property and possessions do not automatically go to the people closest to you in the way many assume. Instead, strict intestacy rules apply. These rules set out an order of priority for inheritance.

What happens if you die without a will? Learn who inherits, who deals with the estate, and why intestacy can create stress for families.