Types of legacy

There are several ways in which you can leave gifts to the National AIDS Trust.

Residuary legacy

This is the remainder of your estate after all other bequests and expenses have been deducted. A residuary legacy has the added benefit of keeping pace with inflation.

Pecuniary legacy

This is a gift of a specified amount of money, for example £5,000. However, unlike a residuary bequest, inflation can reduce the value of a pecuniary gift.

Specific legacy

This is the gift of a specific item such as property, jewellery or other valuables.