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Sophie McCoid

Martin Lewis explains how to get £150 off an item everyone needs

Martin Lewis has explained how people can save £150 by getting a free will made.

The Money Saving Expert outlined how people could get a free will drafted by a solicitor in his weekly money saving newsletter.

Martin told people that March is Free Wills month, which means that anyone aged 55 and over will be able to get a solicitor-drafted or updated will for free, but it's hoped you'll leave a donation to charity in the will.

People typically leave around £300 as a bequest to a charity in their will, but the decision is up to you.

Martin said in his newsletter: "Hundreds of solicitors' firms across the UK and numerous charities take part, but whether your area is involved will depend if it's March or October.

"Those INCLUDED this March are London, Home Counties such as Essex, Surrey, Berkshire and Hertfordshire, cities including Birmingham, Liverpool and Newcastle, and parts of Scotland and Wales, including Glasgow, Edinburgh and Cardiff.

"Those EXCLUDED include Northern Ireland and Manchester.

"Appointments are open to booking from 9am on Monday 1 March. Slots get booked up quickly, so don't delay."

Registering for an appointment is simple, all you have to do is enter your postcode on the Free Wills Month website to find your nearest participating solicitor who has availability.

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You then have to contact the solicitor to arrange an appointment, stating that you're calling as part of the Free Wills Month scheme.

Because of the coronavirus pandemic solicitors will be offering appointments in line with national guidance, including socially distanced in-person appointments, video calls and phone calls.

 

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