Who can write my Will?

What are your choices for selecting someone to write your Will and how do you pick the right option?

Will-writing is currently an unregulated industry so anyone can write your Will for you and they generally fall into one of four categories:

1. DIY Will – you could write it yourself or buy a Will-writing pack from a stationer

2. Banks – your bank may have a Will writing service (some even offer a free service!)

3. Solicitors – your local solicitor is probably able draft your Will

4. Other Professional Will Writer and estate planner

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