Who can use this offer?
This offer is open to anyone, above the age of 18, who would like to make their will. This offer is for simple or mirror wills, and does cover property. However if your estate is complicated you may be charged an extra fee if you’re using one of the solicitors with the Free Wills Network.
The National Free Wills Network offers links to solicitors across the UK, and they endeavour to connect you with a solicitor no more than 15 miles from your home. If you’d like to make your will with Farewill, this offer is only open for people in England and Wales.
If you have any further questions feel free to e-mail the legacy team at legacies@mungos.org.
Can I update an existing will using this offer?
It’s usually easier to make a new will, however through the National Free Wills Network you can attend a consultation with a solicitor who can advise you of the best path to take. You should generally review your will every five years, and change it at milestones during your lifetime, such as getting married or having grandchildren.
Can my partner and I both make wills?
Yes, you can. Both services can make joint wills, or mirror wills. These are wills that are very similar to each other. If you and your partner would like wills that are very different to each other, you will have to claim this offer separately.
How do I make a gift in my will to St Mungo's?
The essential information you’ll need to leave a gift in your will to St Mungo’s is our address and registered charity number:
St Mungo Community Housing Association, 3 Thomas More Square, Tower Hill, London E1W 1YW
Registered charity number: 114085
You can also request our gift in wills guide by filling out this form.
What type of gifts can I leave St Mungo's?
There are two main types of gifts that you can leave:
- A share of your estate: Once you’ve taken care of your family and friends, you can leave a share of what’s left of your estate, also known as a ‘residual gift’. It’s also advantageous in the way that the value of the gifts do not reduce over time.
- A fixed sum of money: this is also known as a pecuniary gift and is a fixed amount of money donated to the charity.
Will St Mungo's know the content of my will?
Your details are completely confidential and we won’t know the contents of your will. However, if you use the National Free Wills Network, we will be informed that you have participated in the scheme. If you do decide to leave us a gift, we would love for you to let us know. We want to express our gratitude towards you, and it will also help us to plan for the future.
Is it compulsory to leave a gift to St Mungo's?
There is no obligation whatsoever to leave us a gift in your will. However, once you have ensured that your loved ones are taken care of, you may consider leaving a gift to help lift people out of poverty and homelessness.
Who pays the cost of my will?
The cost of your will is covered by St Mungo’s. We pay a discounted rate to participating solicitors or Farewill. We only have a limited number of wills we can provide, so please register early to avoid disappointment.
Can St Mungo's act as an executor to my will?
St Mungo’s cannot act as an executor, as unfortunately, we do not have the capacity to do so.
Can I contact St Mungo's?
Our Legacy and In Memory team are here to help. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Amanda Fisher on 020 3856 6209 or email legacies@mungos.org
