Martin Lewis has done it again—this time, the MoneySavingExpert founder caused complete chaos after his latest financial advice led to a website crashing within minutes. During Tuesday’s (March 11) episode of The Martin Lewis Money Show, the 52-year-old financial guru focused on the importance of having a will and what happens to your assets if you pass away unexpectedly.
He then revealed how people can get a free, solicitor-drafted will as part of Free Wills Month—but viewers were so eager to take advantage of the advice that they overwhelmed the site within minutes. Even Martin’s official X (formerly Twitter) account shared the link, urging those aged 55 and over to act fast: “March is ‘Free Wills Month’ for those aged 55+: get a solicitor-drafted (or updated) will for free.
Find more info here….” That was all it took for thousands to jump on the offer, causing the website to crash almost instantly. Within 10 minutes, frustrated viewers flooded social media with complaints that they couldn’t access the link, reported the Express.
“#MartinLewis 10 minutes in and you’ve crashed the will website job for tomorrow love the advice Martin,” one person joked. Another frustrated user chimed in: “Link not working!” while a third added: “#MartinLewis The link for the free wills month is not working.”
This isn’t the first time Martin has caused an online frenzy with his money-saving tips, and it likely won’t be the last. His influence is so strong that whenever he highlights a deal, discount, or government scheme, websites often struggle to keep up with demand.
For those who missed out due to the crash, there’s no need to panic just yet. Free Wills Month runs throughout March, giving people over 55 the chance to get a solicitor-drafted or updated will without the usual cost. The campaign is designed to encourage more people to sort out their affairs while also supporting charities.
Martin’s latest episode was a stark reminder of how many people still haven’t written a will and why it’s something everyone should consider. While the website may have buckled under the weight of demand, his message was clear—sorting your will now can save your loved ones a lot of stress in the future.
So, if you missed out on the website crash, it might be worth trying again later—just be prepared for another Martin Lewis-induced digital stampede.
