Can I ring fence my children's inheritance in my will should they divorce in the future so the in-laws do not gain anything from my estate? Lawyer James Ward of Kingsley Napley (pictured) replies.

In my dad's will, the house is left to me and cash to be split 50/50 with my sister. It was made 10 years ago when my parents were estranged from my sister. My dad is now widowed and has dementia.

My brother died two days after receiving a diagnosis. I had at his request organised a solicitor to visit him in hospital to arrange a will. He passed in June, two days before the appointment.

I have four other siblings but I'm the only child who still lives there. I have never lived anywhere else and consider it my home. Lawyer Bonita Walters (pictured right), of Clarke Willmott, replies.

Equity release customers could have been given the wrong advice it has emerged, as the City watchdog confirmed it is looking at mortgage lending practices to older borrowers.

It is feared that equity release could soon echo the PPI mis-selling scandal which has rocked Britain in recent years. Experts last night said the industry was 'ripe for mis-selling'.

There are growing concerns that many people signing up for equity release are not aware that the loans can come with hefty early redemption penalties.

Workers have lost their savings after transferring their nest eggs to rogue schemes because they were enrolled with the UK's HMRC and Pensions Regulator - making it appear above board.

Standard wording should be adopted and made compulsory to prevent firms using 'obfuscatory' jargon that baffles savers, argues Lady Altmann

Analysis by financial data experts Defaqto shows a couple who borrow £50,000 could save up to £38,000 over 20 years by opting for a retirement interest-only mortgage instead.

After meeting workers fleeced of their futures in the scandal, the now Prime Minister, pictured with victims with David Burgess, left, Sue Flood and Micky Nettle, pledged to take up their case.

Reputable firms don't encourage savers to take money out of pensions before they are 55, in the form of a loan or any other kind of cash payout, due to the stiff tax penalty.

As the executor I'm a bit concerned that we may be breaking the law if he starts the work before probate is granted. What should we do? Lawyer James Beresford, pictured, replies.

We reported last week how Peter Burgess (pictured) had been unable to access his pension pot, while Pat Savage had been waiting for a compensation payment for nearly three months.

The cost of funerals is soaring - rising more than £200 over the past year to an average of more than £4,400 this month. But a decent send-off can still be arranged for less than half of this price.

Some pensioners, such as Royal Navy veteran Arthur Mullett (pictured) and former Royal Mail delivery driver Chris Slaytor, have refused to accept the huge shock bills, they received after mistakes were made.

Former Army Major Adrian Furnival, pictured with wife Sheila, will soon have £70 stripped from his £260 weekly pension - yet was only told about the cut in February 2018

One financial advice firm has told how its premiums rose from £3,700 in 2009 to £45,000 in 2019. Another adviser says premiums jumped from £22,736 in 2017 to £112,000 in 2018.

Rookie Chancellor Rishi Sunak was given a month to prepare for the Budget on March 11. Will Government top-ups into retirement savings pots be lowered to the 20 per cent basic rate for everyone?

A 'tipping point' will be reached where older people are unable to afford care, councils lack funding, and care homes don't have enough room to meet demand, warns the 'Elderly Care Crisis' report.

Pension credit is a benefit for the poorest pensioners, and a surge in applications is likely to be underway due to the decision to means test pensioners for the free TV licence.

According to the Office for National Statistics, 11 per cent of private sector workers who have a pension are in a generous final salary scheme. This compares to 92 per cent in the public sector.

Anyone aged 47 or under must plan ahead if they want to retire earlier than 57, or will need cash for other purposes like paying off mortgages, home renovations or university fees for their children.

With fear about coronavirus gripping the country, demand for wills is soaring. Law firms say they are seeing jumps in requests ranging between 30 and 70% compared with normal business.

The number of families claiming child benefit has plunged by 44,000 to 7.28m over a year, and has fallen by well over half a million since 2012.

Tom Selby, a senior analyst at financial services firm AJ Bell, explains how first-timers and experienced investors can avoid unnecessary losses and big tax bills

Registering lasting power of attorney might start taking longer than the usual eight weeks during the current crisis, but official oversight body suggests some temporary workarounds.

Sainsbury's customer Rose Knight, from Surrey, who drove ambulances during World War II air raids, has been unable get food dropped off at her home, despite frequent attempts.

The Britain's Got Talent judge tweeted the good news, revealing the first story will be from his The World's Worst Children series. 

The radio host, 49, shared a sweet selfie with daughters Hollie, eight and 14-year-old Lexi on Instagram on Thursday before nominating fellow BGT judges to a fun pet challenge.

The Britain's Got Talent judge posted a photo of Azura, six, sweetly kissing her little sister Anaya, seven months, on the cheek.

The eight mini episodes will be released on ITV Hub minutes after the main show ends, to showcase some of the more bizarre and wacky acts who auditioned for the show.

Amanda Holden has shared a glimpse into her extremely glamorous lockdown life on Instagram.

The new series, which was filmed earlier this year before the UK COVID-19 lockdown, sees St Anne's Gospel Choir from London kick off the auditions.

Britain's Got Talent fans were left emotional on Saturday as Simon Cowell sweetly kissed son Eric, 6, after being blown away by a father and son magic act.

Beth Porch, 25, who sings to child cancer patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital, joined a hopefuls at the series 17 auditions which were filmed earlier this year before the UK COVID-19 lockdown

The TV judge, 49, wowed in a turquoise gown as she greeted fans at the Britain's Got Talent auditions, which were recorded weeks before the COVID-19 lockdown.

Viewers took to Twitter in droves to declare she'd 'done the National Health Service proud' after Beth wowed with her emotional ballad about saving lives in Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Alan Carr's fans were left baffled by his viral photo challenge on Sunday.

The Britain's Got Talent judge, 41, is adhering to strict governmental guidelines in the fight against COVID-19 by staying at home with partner Azuka Ononye and their two children.

The 99-year-old war veteran, who has raised £27million for the NHS during the coronavirus crisis is thought to be 'in talks' with show bosses for a special live performance when this series wraps up.

Judging by new images, Saturday's episode looks like it won't disappoint as an Elton John impersonator, West End star and daredevil are set to perform.

The Britain's Got Talent judge, 49, opted for a simple grey vest and matching leggins as she listened to music during her walk in the sunshine on Monday.

Amanda Holden showed off her latest racy exercise outfit on Instagram as she went for a bike ride on Saturday.

The playful altercation happened while comedian David tried to serenade Simon during an audition by Bhim Niroula, who sang a self-penned love song.

The Britain's Got Talent judge, 49, showcased her svelte figure in a pink silk midi dress with a black heart pattern on it.

The NHS hero, who admits to having a soft spot for Holden, was treated to a birthday message from the star as she presented her daily Heart Radio breakfast show.

The Britain's Got Talent judge, 49, looked stunning in a pretty blue number which flowed freely in the blustering April breeze

The Britain's Got Talent judge, 49, said spending more time than ever with Chris amid the ongoing lockdown has been great for the couple's relationship.

The actress described how she almost died while giving birth to daughter Hollie in 2012 and praised the National Health Service for 'getting her through' stillbirth of son Theo in 2011