Estate Planning

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India’s wealth boom has a problem: 84.8% of households do not have a will, study finds

1 Finance Magazine has found that 84.8% of Indians have no will, and 62.5% have no plans to make one, highlighting weak estate planning, limited financial awareness, and rising inheritance disputes amid growing intergenerational wealth transfers.

3 min read4 Jun 2026
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Digital living wills: a guide to costs, steps, trends and risks of advance medical directives

Digital living wills are emerging as a practical solution amid increasing awareness of the need for such advance medical directives in India due to changing family dynamics and potential medical incapacitation.

6 min read28 May 2026
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Family feud over inheritance? Here’s how to avoid years of litigation

When a business patriarch dies without a Will or succession plan, disputes can quickly spiral. Experts explain how families can avoid years of costly litigation.

2 min read27 May 2026
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Joint, mutual or separate wills? How couples should plan their estate

Joint and mutual Wills may sound similar, but the legal consequences are vastly different. Here’s how couples should choose the right structure under Indian law—and avoid costly ambiguity.

2 min read10 May 2026
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Buying your first home in 2026? Experts share key financial and market tips

Buying your first home in 2026 demands smart financial planning, professional guidance, awareness of home loan rates, hidden costs and location value to ensure long-term stability and confident property investment decisions.

4 min read22 Apr 2026
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Building wealth for your family is only half the job. The other half nobody does.

Decades of disciplined investing can unravel overnight if families cannot locate accounts or understand succession rules. A Will and a simple financial map can prevent chaos.

3 min read19 Apr 2026
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Estate planning: What is a settlement deed? Can it override a will? We explain

Estate planning is crucial for family clarity after one's passing. Here's all you need to know about a settlement deed, why it is prepared, how it functions alongside a will, and what key factors to consider before opting for one.

5 min read16 Apr 2026
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6 money habits that erode generational wealth and how smart planning secures your family’s future

You can protect generational wealth by avoiding common financial mistakes such as overspending, hidden debt and ignoring estate planning and by adopting diversified investments, insurance coverage, and transparent family financial strategies.

3 min read9 Apr 2026
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Indian expats in Dubai: What happens if you don't have a will?

UAE succession laws have changed for non-Muslim expats. Here’s what happens if you die intestate, how to register a Will in Dubai, and why Indian residents may need separate Wills.

2 min read7 Apr 2026
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How do I secure my business recipe and brand for the next generation?

A 70-year-old soft drink entrepreneur seeks advice on passing on his recipe, brand name, logo and other intellectual property to his children through structured estate planning.

2 min read31 Mar 2026