The Growing Role of Advisers in Charitable Giving
Professional advisers are playing a crucial role in clients’ decisions to include charitable gifts in their Wills, according to new consumer research from Remember A Charity.
Understanding Legal vs Beneficial Property Interests
Property ownership in England & Wales is more nuanced than simply whose name is on the deeds. To really understand property ownership, we need to break down the differences between legal ownership and beneficial ownership.
SWW Conference 2026 Launch
We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of the 2026 SWW Conference, which marks the 30th running of The Society of Will Writers flagship event. This year’s conference takes place on 5th and 6th of October, once more at The Hilton East Midlands Airport Hotel.
What is The Estate Planner’s Toolkit?
The Estate Planner’s Toolkit is the go-to resource for professionals who provide will writing and probate services.
Legal Corner
“Legal Corner” is our semi-regular feature where the Technical Team pick out a small selection of recent queries to publish. This time it’s three quick-fire questions relating to executors.
The most common causes of claims in 2025
As the insurance partner for the Society of Will Writers, Marsh Commercial support members throughout the entire claims process. The variety of claims we assist with highlight the unique challenges and risks faced by will writers.
Newsflash! Changes to IHT for Gifts Made to Charity
For some time it has been well known that any gifts to registered charities are free from inheritance tax if they are made to a UK based charity, whether made during your lifetime or in your Will.
What is a Letter of Wishes and are They Worth it?
A letter of wishes is a document that provides guidance to your trustees and sits alongside your Will. A letter of wishes is not a legally binding document and therefore there is no legal requirement on the trustees to follow the wishes that are set out.
Investing in the Future of the SWW: 2026 Membership Update
Please see this important information relating to an increase in SWW Membership Fees, effective 1 April 2026.
Common Mistakes When Making a Will – And How to Avoid Them!
Lets look at the five most common mistakes people make when it comes to making a will so you can start your planning already knowing how to avoid them.
The Importance of Audits
It is of vital importance to us at The Society of Will Writers (SWW) that our standards remain the highest in the estate planning profession. Central to this commitment is our annual audit process.
New Locum Templates Now Available for SWW Members
The SWW Professional Standards Board is pleased to announce a new suite of template documents designed for the appointment of Locums. Under Section 2.13 of the SWW Code of Practice, maintaining a succession plan or locum arrangement is a mandatory condition of membership. While this has always been a requirement, we are now providing a...
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