Majority of Cohabiting Couples ‘Unaware of Inheritance Risks Without a Will’, Poll Reveals
Thursday 10th October 2024
A new survey conducted by Will Aid has revealed an "alarming gap" in public understanding about inheritance laws affecting cohabiting couples. The survey found that 68% of cohabitees were unaware of the rules of intestacy and what happens to their estate if they die without a will. This lack of awareness could have devastating consequences for many families across the UK, as cohabiting couples—regardless of how long they have lived together or whether they have children—are not automatically entitled to inherit from one another if one partner dies without leaving a Will. Key findings from the poll, include: • 32% mistakenly believe their estate would automatically pass to their partner • 17% admitted they were unsure what would happen • 11% said…