Most of us know we should get our affairs in order. Yet it is easy to put off until later, a conversation for another time.
Our recent study found that 57% of Brits do not have a will, and nearly half worry their family would not know where to find important information if they died tomorrow. When that happens, grief often meets confusion, and loved ones are left searching for documents, accounts, and answers that should have been easy to find.
The Hidden Cost of Waiting
When a will or key information is missing, the consequences can reach far beyond paperwork. Families face delays, financial loss, and unnecessary stress at a time when clarity matters most.
One in five people told us they have missed out on money or assets after a loved one’s death because vital information was lost. Estates can take months to resolve, and tension can grow quickly when families are unsure of what to do next.
It is rarely about carelessness. For most, it comes down to not knowing where to start or believing they have nothing worth passing on. But every life holds value, from the smallest keepsake to the most meaningful memories.
Why Preparation Matters
Planning ahead is not about death. It is about love. By organising your will, documents, and wishes, you make things gentler and clearer for the people you leave behind.
The process does not need to be complicated. Start by gathering your essentials such as property details, financial accounts, insurance, identification and wishes, and keep them somewhere safe. Then let someone you trust know where they can find them.
A Kinder Way to Prepare
At Legacy Hub, we believe preparation is an act of love. By keeping your information, wishes and memories in one secure place, you protect your family from the chaos that often follows loss.
Your life deserves to be remembered for its moments, not its missing paperwork. Getting organised today ensures that when the time comes, your loved ones are cared for with clarity, not confusion.
Your legacy, organised. Your family, supported.