Despite half of us expecting to receive some inheritance when a loved one dies, only a third have even discussed this delicate subject with their family. And with one in five people saying they are relying on inheritance in their long-term financial planning, many face an 'inheritance nightmare' by not getting what was expected – according to research by the law firm Lime Solicitors. Its findings come from more than a hundred inheritance case disputes that it deals with every year. The heartache of losing loved ones is often made worse with an inheritance dispute. The law firm said that it shows a desperate need for families to have an open and honest discussion with their loved ones while still alive to avoid any confusion and financial misunderstanding for when they eventually die.

Source: Daily Mail June 18, 2023 12:19 UTC