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Thinking of Leaving a Gift to SURVIVE-MIVA in your Will? A gift to SURVIVE-MIVA in your Will is a marvellous way to support the spiritual and human development of your brothers and sisters in developing countries, as they journey through life in difficult circumstances. When you leave a gift to SURVIVE-MIVA in your Will it will be put to great use providing practical, everyday mobility to those who share their lives with the poor: you will bring hope to many. Answers to Common Questions about Leaving a Gift to SURVIVE-MIVA in your Will Do I have to use a solicitor to draw up my Will? No, but we recommend that you do. A solicitor will make sure that the wording of your Will is precise and clear so that your money and goods will definitely get to the people and organisations you wish to benefit. I have already drawn up my Will. Is it easy to alter my Will to leave something to SURVIVE-MIVA? Yes, you just need to complete a simple codicil form (available from SURVIVE-MIVA) and send it to your solicitor. Does SURVIVE-MIVA need to know that I have left them a gift in my Will? No, but knowing you intend to do so gives us confidence to plan for the future. Are there any tax implications for leaving a legacy to charity? Yes. Currently, UK registered charities are exempt from Inheritance Tax so money left to SURVIVE-MIVA in your Will may mean that your family have less tax to pay. Is it possible to leave my house to SURVIVE-MIVA? Whilst this is a very generous offer, SURVIVE-MIVA isn’t equipped to deal with properties. We would prefer that all assets of your estate were realised by your executors and SURVIVE-MIVA’s share forwarded as a cheque or bank transfer.
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