Gifts in Wills
Leave a legacy to charity
Your Will is the safest way to protect those closest to you and lets you choose what happens to your money and possessions.
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It also makes it easier and less stressful for your family while they try to sort out your affairs after you're gone.
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If you don't write a Will, the law decides how your estate is passed on – and this might not be as you had wished.
A gift can be left by writing a Will or amending an existing one.
Leave a legacy to charity
Whatever kind of gift you leave, know that it has the power to help families with babies born prematurely or sick.
STEP 1
Make a note of our charity details
You'll need our full name and details to ensure the gift reaches us.
Simpsons Special Care Babies - Registered Scottish Charity no. SC002013
c/o Brodies LLP, 15 Atholl Crescent, Edinburgh EH3 8HA.
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STEP 2
Decide what type of gift you want to include
There are two main ways to include a gift:
A residuary gift is a percentage or share of the balance of your estate once all other payments and gifts have been made.
A pecuniary gift is a fixed amount of money.
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STEP 3
Consider inheritance tax
Anything you include to charity is free of Inheritance Tax. By including 10% of your estate to charity you can reduce the amount of Inheritance Tax you pay and support a cause close to your heart.
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STEP 4
Create or adjust your will
Once you've got this far, it's time to visit a solicitor to have your Will drawn up or adjusted.
If you don't have a solicitor, you can find one in your area by contacting the Law Society.
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