BBC reports that 20% of Wills in the UK May Contain Mistakes

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20% of wills may have mistakes.The BBC reports that the Legal Services Board (LSB), which oversees the profession in England and Wales, said 20% of wills contained mistakes. Apparently, anyone can set up a will-writing service but the LSB wants all providers to be regulated. The LSB reports systematic problems with will-writing including unfair sales practices and fraud and deception.

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