{"id":150686,"date":"2025-09-17T22:12:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T22:12:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/150686\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T22:12:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T22:12:13","slug":"why-its-important-to-draft-a-will-in-the-uae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/150686\/","title":{"rendered":"Why it\u2019s important to draft a will in the UAE"},"content":{"rendered":"

For most adults, one of life\u2019s inevitable questions is: Is it necessary to make a will<\/a>?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a perfectly legitimate question, which I must admit, I always welcome being asked as it opens interesting discussions on family protection<\/a> and life administration. <\/p>\n

When it comes to drafting a will<\/a>, many people hesitate \u2014 thinking they\u2019re not ready, they don\u2019t have enough assets, or that in today\u2019s hyperconnected world, a will<\/a> simply isn\u2019t necessary.<\/p>\n

There may be misconceptions that a will is only for the wealthy<\/a> or the elderly. I\u2019ve also been told by others that they see discussions about what happens to us after we\u2019re gone as a little too morbid. Then, there are others who seem to have an \u201cit will all sort itself out\u201d mindset, where they think things will just fall into place. <\/p>\n

In 2022, CNBC reported that two-thirds of adults in the US have no will. The report highlighted the serious implications for grieving family members and the uncertainty that not having a will can bring. <\/p>\n

Among the many possible issues in a web of complications that can arise without a will is disputes between family members. This can happen on the basis that without clear instructions, family members could disagree over what the deceased would have wanted. This could spiral into lengthy legal battles as well as broken relationships. <\/p>\n

There are also the practical considerations, as there\u2019s no denying that when you try to settle an estate without a will, the probate will usually take longer and may involve higher legal fees.<\/p>\n

The benefit of a will cannot be understated. When life changes without warning, a will is a way to set clear, enforceable instructions for your financial affairs. It prevents delays in administration, and most importantly, family disputes. <\/p>\n

A will also removes uncertainty over who cares for the children by establishing guardianship wishes. In short, it protects your loved ones from legal complications and ensures peace of mind in difficult times.<\/p>\n

Legal delays, frozen assets and unresolved guardianship are challenging enough \u2014but without a will, these problems are magnified when families are spread across borders rather than rooted in one country.<\/p>\n

Today, many individuals and families have assets spread across borders, own businesses or properties in different jurisdictions, and are raising children in countries they did not originally call home. With this global lifestyle comes a growing need for clarity and protection. And this is especially relevant for people living in the UAE, considering how large our expatriate population is today.<\/p>\n

And if you\u2019re wondering where to begin, I would strongly advise that you start with a few simple questions. Do you own property in the UAE? Do you hold local bank or brokerage accounts? Do you run a business here? Do you have children who would need interim and permanent guardians if something happened to you? Do you hold digital assets such as cryptocurrency that would be hard for loved ones to access without clear instructions?<\/p>\n

With the answers to these questions in sharper focus, you can quickly establish what type of will may be suited to your needs \u2013 it could be a full will covering all assets and guardianship provisions. Or those more specifically suited to financial assets or business ownership. The point being, whatever is outlined in the will, the important thing is that you have taken a necessary step to make life easier for the people you love and care for.<\/p>\n

When someone who has registered a will passes away, the administrator can issue the probate orders required to carry out the instructions in the will. Clear, transparent procedures reduce uncertainty for families and executors, and they reinforce trust that the system will work as intended when it matters most.<\/p>\n

The average person makes countless choices every day to protect their careers, their family and their future. Yet one decision can safeguard it all \u2013 and this peace of mind is surely worth it. <\/p>\n

Amna Al Owais is deputy director of the DIFC Courts<\/p>\n

The five pillars of IslamThe five pillars of IslamUAE currency: the story behind the money in your pocketsResults<\/p>\n

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Killing of Qassem SuleimaniUAE players with central contracts<\/p>\n

Rohan Mustafa, Ashfaq Ahmed, Chirag Suri, Rameez Shahzad, Shaiman Anwar, Adnan Mufti, Mohammed Usman, Ghulam Shabbir, Ahmed Raza, Qadeer Ahmed, Amir Hayat, Mohammed Naveed and\u00a0Imran Haider.<\/p>\n

Zayed Sustainability PrizeMatch info<\/p>\n

Manchester United 4
(Pogba\u00a05′, 33′, Rashford\u00a045′, Lukaku\u00a072′)<\/p>\n

Bournemouth 1
(Ake 45 2′)<\/p>\n

Red card: Eric Bailly (Manchester United)<\/p>\n

KILLING OF QASSEM SULEIMANIMore from Neighbourhood WatchKILLING OF QASSEM SULEIMANIMATCH INFO<\/p>\n

Uefa Champions League semi-final, first leg
Bayern Munich v Real Madrid
When:\u00a0April 25, 10.45pm kick-off (UAE)
Where:\u00a0Allianz Arena, Munich
Live:\u00a0BeIN Sports HD
Second leg:\u00a0May 1, Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid<\/p>\n

The%C2%A0specs%20<\/p>\n

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Mohammed bin Zayed MajlisWHAT FANS WILL LOVE ABOUT RUSSIA<\/p>\n

FANS WILL LOVE
Uber is ridiculously cheap and, as Diego Saez discovered, mush safer. A 45-minute taxi from Pulova airport to Saint Petersburg\u2019s Nevsky Prospect can cost as little as 500 roubles (Dh30).<\/p>\n

FANS WILL LOATHE
Uber policy in Russia is that they can start the fare as soon as they arrive at the pick-up point \u2014 and oftentimes they start it even before arriving, or worse never arrive yet charge you anyway.<\/p>\n

FANS WILL LOVE
It\u2019s amazing how active Russians are on social media and your accounts will surge should you post while in the country. Throw in a few Cyrillic hashtags and watch your account numbers rocket.<\/p>\n

FANS WILL LOATHE
With cold soups, bland dumplings and dried fish, Russian cuisine is not to everybody\u2019s tastebuds. \u00a0Fortunately, there are plenty Georgian restaurants to choose from, which are both excellent and economical.<\/p>\n

FANS WILL LOVE
The World Cup will take place during St Petersburg’s White Nights Festival, which means perpetual daylight in a city that genuinely never sleeps. (Think toddlers walking the streets with their grandmothers at 4am.)<\/p>\n

FANS WILL LOATHE
The walk from Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Saint Petersburg Arena on a rainy day makes you wonder why some of the $1.7 billion was not spent on a weather-protected walkway.<\/p>\n

More from Neighbourhood Watch:UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pocketsThe specs<\/p>\n

Engine: 1.5-litre turbo<\/p>\n

Power: 181hp<\/p>\n

Torque: 230Nm<\/p>\n

Transmission: 6-speed automatic<\/p>\n

Starting price: Dh79,000<\/p>\n

On sale: Now<\/p>\n

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What is Genes in Space?<\/p>\n

Genes in Space is an annual competition first launched by the UAE Space Agency, The National and Boeing in 2015.<\/p>\n

It challenges school pupils to design experiments to be conducted in space and it aims to encourage future talent for the UAE\u2019s fledgling space industry. It is the first of its kind in the UAE and, as well as encouraging talent, it also aims to raise\u00a0interest and awareness among the general population about space exploration.\u00a0<\/p>\n

GAC GS8 Specs<\/p>\n

Engine: 2.0-litre 4cyl turbo<\/p>\n

Power: 248hp at 5,200rpm<\/p>\n

Torque: 400Nm at 1,750-4,000rpm<\/p>\n

Transmission: 8-speed auto<\/p>\n

Fuel consumption: 9.1L\/100km<\/p>\n

On sale: Now<\/p>\n

Price: From Dh149,900<\/p>\n

War 2<\/p>\n

Director: Ayan Mukerji<\/p>\n

Stars: Hrithik Roshan, NTR, Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana<\/p>\n

Rating: 2\/5<\/p>\n

Match info<\/p>\n

Uefa Champions League Group B<\/p>\n

Barcelona v Tottenham Hotspur, midnight<\/p>\n

Company%20Profile<\/p>\n

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Zayed Sustainability PrizeMIDWAY<\/p>\n

Produced: Lionsgate Films, Shanghai Ryui Entertainment, Street Light Entertainment
Directed: Roland Emmerich
Cast: Ed Skrein, Woody Harrelson, Dennis Quaid, Aaron Eckhart, Luke Evans, Nick Jonas, Mandy Moore, Darren Criss
Rating: 3.5\/5 stars<\/p>\n

Start times<\/p>\n

5.55am: Wheelchair Marathon Elites<\/p>\n

6am: Marathon Elites<\/p>\n

7am: Marathon Masses<\/p>\n

9am: 10Km Road Race<\/p>\n

11am: 4Km Fun Run<\/p>\n

THE BIO<\/p>\n

Born: Mukalla, Yemen, 1979<\/p>\n

Education: UAE University, Al Ain<\/p>\n

Family: Married with two daughters: Asayel, 7, and Sara, 6<\/p>\n

Favourite piece of music: Horse Dance by Naseer Shamma<\/p>\n

Favourite book: Science and geology<\/p>\n

Favourite place to travel to: Washington DC<\/p>\n

Best advice you\u2019ve ever been given: If you have a dream, you have to believe it, then you will see it.<\/p>\n

What can victims do?<\/p>\n

Always use only regulated platforms<\/p>\n

Stop all transactions and communication on suspicion<\/p>\n

Save all evidence (screenshots, chat logs, transaction IDs)<\/p>\n

Report to local authorities<\/p>\n

Warn others to prevent further harm<\/p>\n

Courtesy: Crystal Intelligence<\/p>\n

BRAZIL SQUAD<\/p>\n

Alisson (Liverpool), Daniel Fuzato (Roma), Ederson (Man City); Alex Sandro (Juventus), Danilo (Juventus), Eder Militao (Real Madrid), Emerson (Real Betis), Felipe (Atletico Madrid), Marquinhos (PSG), Renan Lodi (Atletico Madrid), Thiago Silva (PSG); Arthur (Barcelona), Casemiro (Real Madrid), Douglas Luiz (Aston Villa), Fabinho (Liverpool), Lucas Paqueta (AC Milan), Philippe Coutinho (Bayern Munich); David Neres (Ajax), Gabriel Jesus (Man City), Richarlison (Everton), Roberto Firmino (Liverpool), Rodrygo (Real Madrid), Willian (Chelsea).<\/p>\n

UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pocketsThe five pillars of IslamHow being social media savvy can improve your well being<\/p>\n

Next time when procastinating online remember that you can save thousands on paying for a\u00a0personal trainer and a gym membership\u00a0simply by\u00a0watching YouTube videos and keeping up with the latest health tips and trends.<\/p>\n

As social media apps\u00a0are\u00a0becoming more and more consumed by health experts and nutritionists who are using it to\u00a0awareness and encourage patients to engage in physical activity.<\/p>\n

Elizabeth Watson, a personal trainer from Stay Fit gym in Abu Dhabi suggests that \u201cindividuals can use social media as a means of keeping fit, there are a lot of great exercises you can do and train from experts at home just by watching videos on YouTube\u201d.<\/p>\n

Norlyn Torrena, a clinical nutritionist from Burjeel Hospital advises her clients to be more technologically active \u201cmost of my clients are so engaged with their phones that I advise them to download applications that offer health related services\u201d.<\/p>\n

Torrena said that \u201cmost people believe that dieting and keeping fit is boring\u201d.<\/p>\n

However, by using social media apps keeping fit means that people are \u201cmodern and are kept up to date with the latest heath tips and trends\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt can be a guide to a healthy lifestyle and exercise if used in the correct way, so I really encourage my clients to download health applications\u201d said Mrs Torrena.<\/p>\n

People can also connect with each other and exchange \u201ctips and notes, it\u2019s extremely healthy and fun\u201d.<\/p>\n

The burning issue<\/p>\n

The\u00a0internal combustion engine is facing a watershed moment \u2013\u00a0major manufacturer\u00a0Volvo\u00a0is to stop\u00a0producing petroleum-powered vehicles by 2021\u00a0and countries in Europe, including the UK, have vowed to ban their sale before 2040.\u00a0The National\u00a0takes a look at the story of one of the most successful technologies of the last 100 years and how it has impacted life in the UAE.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Read part four:\u00a0an affection for classic cars lives on<\/a><\/p>\n

Read part three:\u00a0the age of the electric vehicle begins<\/a><\/p>\n

Read part one:\u00a0how cars came to the UAE<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

More on animal traffickingWhat are the influencer academy modules?
\nMastery of audio-visual content creation.\u00a0
\nCinematography, shots and movement.
\nAll aspects of post-production.
\nEmerging technologies and VFX with AI and CGI.
\nUnderstanding of marketing objectives and audience engagement.
\nTourism industry knowledge.
\nProfessional ethics.
\nGame Changer <\/p>\n

Director: Shankar\u00a0<\/p>\n

Stars: Ram Charan, Kiara Advani, Anjali, S J Suryah, Jayaram<\/p>\n

Rating: 2\/5<\/p>\n

UAE v Ireland<\/p>\n

1st ODI, UAE win by 6 wickets<\/p>\n

2nd\u00a0ODI, January 12<\/p>\n

3rd ODI, January 14<\/p>\n

4th ODI, January 16<\/p>\n

Dust and sand storms compared<\/p>\n

Sand storm<\/p>\n

Particle size: Larger, heavier sand grains
\nVisibility: Often dramatic with thick “walls” of sand
\nDuration: Short-lived, typically localised
\nTravel distance: Limited\u00a0
\nSource: Open desert areas with strong winds<\/p>\n

Dust storm<\/p>\n

Particle size: Much finer, lightweight particles
\nVisibility: Hazy skies but less intense
\nDuration: Can linger for days
\nTravel distance: Long-range, up to thousands of kilometres
\nSource: Can be carried from distant regions
\nZayed Sustainability PrizeMore on Quran memorisation:Killing of Qassem SuleimaniKilling of Qassem Suleimani<\/p>\n

Film: Raid
Dir:\u00a0Rajkumar Gupta
Starring:\u00a0Ajay Devgn, Ileana D’cruz and Saurabh Shukla<\/p>\n

Verdict:\u00a0\u00a0Three stars\u00a0<\/p>\n

More from Neighbourhood Watch:More from Rashmee Roshan LallKilling of Qassem SuleimaniMohammed bin Zayed MajlisMohammed bin Zayed MajlisMore from Neighbourhood Watch:ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025, Thailand<\/p>\n

UAE fixtures
May 9, v Malaysia
May 10, v Qatar
May 13, v Malaysia
May 15, v Qatar
May 18 and 19, semi-finals
May 20, final<\/p>\n

HIJRA<\/p>\n

Starring:\u00a0Lamar Faden, Khairiah Nathmy, Nawaf Al-Dhufairy<\/p>\n

Director: Shahad Ameen<\/p>\n

Rating: 3\/5<\/p>\n

Pharaoh’s curse<\/p>\n

British aristocrat Lord Carnarvon, who funded the expedition to find the Tutankhamun tomb, died in a Cairo hotel four months after the crypt was opened.
He had been in poor health for many years after a car crash, and a mosquito bite made worse by a shaving cut led to blood poisoning and pneumonia.
Reports at the time said Lord Carnarvon suffered from \u201cpain as the inflammation affected the nasal passages and eyes\u201d.
Decades later, scientists contended he had died of aspergillosis after inhaling spores of the fungus aspergillus in the tomb, which can lie dormant for months. The fact several others who entered were also found dead withiin a short time led to the myth of the curse.<\/p>\n

Difference between fractional ownership and timeshare<\/p>\n

Although similar in its appearance, the concept of a fractional title deed is unlike that of a timeshare, which usually involves multiple investors buying \u201ctime\u201d in a property whereby the owner has the right to occupation for a specified period of time in any year, as opposed to the actual real estate, said John Peacock, Head of Indirect Tax and Conveyancing, BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates, a law firm.<\/p>\n

ENGLAND SQUAD<\/p>\n

Goalkeepers: Jack Butland, Jordan Pickford, Nick Pope\u00a0
Defenders: John Stones, Harry Maguire, Phil Jones, Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier, Gary Cahill, Ashley Young, Danny Rose, Trent Alexander-Arnold\u00a0
Midfielders: Eric Dier, Jordan Henderson, Dele Alli, Jesse Lingard, Raheem Sterling, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Fabian Delph\u00a0
Forwards: Harry Kane, Jamie Vardy, Marcus Rashford, Danny Welbeck<\/p>\n

Results<\/p>\n

6.30pm: Maiden Dh165,000 (Dirt) 1,400m.\u00a0Winner: Rio Angie, Pat Dobbs (jockey), Doug Watson (trainer).<\/p>\n

7.05pm: Handicap Dh170,000 (D) 1,600m.\u00a0Winner: Trenchard, Pat Dobbs, Doug Watson.<\/p>\n

7.40pm: Maiden Dh165,000 (D) 1,600m.\u00a0Winner: Mulfit, Pat Dobbs, Doug Watson.<\/p>\n

8.15pm: Handicap Dh210,000 (D) 1,200m.\u00a0Winner: Waady, Dane O\u2019Neill, Doug Watson.<\/p>\n

8.50pm: Handicap Dh210,000 (D) 2,000m.\u00a0Winner: Tried And True, Pat Dobbs, Doug Watson.<\/p>\n

9.25pm:Handicap Dh185,000 (D) 1,400m.\u00a0Winner: Midnight Sands, Pat Dobbs, Doug Watson.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"For most adults, one of life\u2019s inevitable questions is: Is it necessary to make a will? It\u2019s a…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":150687,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[64,63,99,15785,101193,5951,186,1721,184,185,155,21542],"class_list":{"0":"post-150686","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-personal-finance","8":"tag-au","9":"tag-australia","10":"tag-business","11":"tag-business-team","12":"tag-difc","13":"tag-dubai","14":"tag-finance","15":"tag-opinion","16":"tag-personal-finance","17":"tag-personalfinance","18":"tag-story","19":"tag-uae"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150686","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=150686"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150686\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/150687"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=150686"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=150686"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=150686"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}