Should older people rely on their children for end of life care? When it comes to thinking about care when we reach a certain age, it’s indirectly assumed that we’re going to rely on help from younger family members. But it’s estimated that, by 2030, there’ll be more than a million adults aged 65 to […]
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What law is in place for your digital property after you die? The law surrounding digital property once someone dies has failed to keep up with our modern lives. In the digital age we’ve accumulated a lot of stuff that’s intangible, including our playlists, films, books and even our businesses. This makes death more complicated […]
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Can I get life insurance if I have a mental health condition? When it comes to life insurance policies and mental health, insurers might be hesitant to offer cover to those who have either a long history or a one-off experience with a mental health condition. This year saw a number of cases reported where life insurance […]
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Can you keep your Will private after you die? Once you’re dead, and Probate is needed, your Will becomes a public document. This means anyone can apply for a copy, whether you’re a celebrity or you’ve lived as a hermit for the last 20 years. This might affect the way you go about writing your […]
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What happens to your digital property after you die? Most of your digital assets, what we might call property, don’t actually belong to you and can’t be passed on after you die. Here’s a look at the kinds of digital property you’re likely to have accumulated throughout your life that you won’t be able to […]
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Which generation is the least likely to talk about death? When it comes to talking about death, some age groups are better at it than others. A recent survey by Independent Age outlined that half of people aged between 40 and 64 – those known as the “sandwich generation” – said they didn’t feel comfortable […]
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