-
What if: Let’s think about guardians
As a parent myself, the idea of even thinking about dying before my children are even adults moves me to tears every time – without fail. It is a truly deeply unpleasant thought (said with a great deal of understatement!). It caused me to put off writing my own first Will for far too long.…
-
Executors: 7 factors to consider when deciding who to appoint
Earlier this week I outlined what an executor was. In my article today I highlight 7 important considerations when deciding who to appoint in the role.
-
News and Updates: Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) registration fee increase from today
Today is the day that the Lasting Power of Attorney registration fees are increasing from £82 per LPA to £92. Exemptions to these fees are still available for applicants receiving certain means-tested benefits. This includes Income Support, Employment and Support Allowance and Jobseeker’s Allowance amongst others. Remissions of 50% are also available for applicants with…
-
A final act of love: Why making a Will is the ultimate gift
Completing a Will is easy to put off. It is easy to see it as “just a piece of paper”. And to you, the person making the Will, that is ultimately what it is. After all, you will never use it even once during your lifetime. Whilst it may not alter anything for you, it…
-
Attorney Assistance: 5 Simple steps to verify an LPA
Are you appointed as an attorney, want to support your loved one, but unsure how do you verify the LPA to organizations? My article explains how to in 5 simple steps.
-
World Mental Health Day: My Top Tip
Over the past few months, my wife has discovered a new love. A passion. A reason to get up in the morning. My wife has discovered the wonder and joy of a cup of tea, a cuppa, a brew, or as I have discovered when writing this blog ….. a Rosie Lee. It may be…
-
News & Updates: LPA registration fee increase
To make a Lasting Power of Attorney, it has to be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). This is the body responsible for registering and monitoring Lasting Powers of Attorney. If an LPA is not registered, it cannot be used by an attorney. If you are looking to put in place a…
-
3 important considerations before you make a lifetime gift
Lifetime gifts to loved ones can be hugely life-changing for the recipient. They can greatly impact their lives. If you are considering making a gift to a loved one, make sure you consider these three points first.
-
What is more important than your Will?
Speaking on his podcast, Martin Lewis stated that he thinks Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) are arguably more important than Wills – The Martin Lewis Podcast – Grown Up Stuff: (Free) Wills & (even more important) Power of Attorney – BBC Sounds. He is absolutely right. When considering putting our legal affairs in order, most…
-
Do you know how you hold your home? Why is it important?
A client recently asked me to assist with their Will and estate planning, which included a property portfolio. Whilst the client was certain that they owned the properties as tenants in common with the other co-owner, I checked each of their titles. It was a good job that I did check as in this case,…
Categories
- Estate Planning
- Inheritance Tax
- Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
- News
- Probate
- Trusts
- Uncategorized
- Wills
Contact Me
If you would like to discuss anything further, please do get in contact using the button below: