Rules of intestacy

Описание: If someone dies without a valid Will, they’re said to have died “intestate” — and in England & Wales a fixed set of legal rules decides who inherits. In this video I walk you through the rules of intestacy, including what happens first (funeral costs, debts, taxes, and jointly owned assets), and how the estate is shared between a spouse/civil partner and children.

You’ll learn:

What gets paid (and what can pass automatically) before anyone inherits

What a spouse/civil partner typically receives when there are children

How the remaining estate is split between children (and grandchildren if a child has died)

What happens if there’s no spouse/civil partner

The “family ladder” of inheritance — and when an estate can pass to the Crown

✅ The key takeaway: making a Will lets you choose who inherits and can reduce stress, cost, and delay for your family.

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Disclaimer: This video is general information for England & Wales and isn’t legal advice. Rules can vary depending on your circumstances.

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