You’ve finally got round to writing your will but didn’t realise there are types of wills and ways to write it.  In this blog I’ve captured some of the different types and given a few pointers to help you decide which is the right one for you.

Single Will

As the title suggests this is a will outlining one person’s wishes when they die. These would mainly be the right choice for the following people:

• A single person with no spouse or partner
• Someone with a spouse or partner but has children from a previous relationship
• If your spouse already has their will written
• You and your partner have different wishes on how your joint estate should be distributed

It is a simple straightforward will that outlines how your assets should be distributed.

Mirror Will

A Mirror Will is two documents with identical wishes which is mainly used for spouses, civil partners, and cohabitants.

In short, this type of will is generally where each person leaves their estate to each other on first death, and finally, to their children on second death.

The documents are two separate wills, and each person has the right to change or revoke them at any time.  This can be done during both persons lifetimes and after the first death. It’s important to note that changing or revoking the will does not need the permission of the other party.

There can be some flexibility in these wills – ie. minor differences detailing specific gifts.