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Guarding your children’s future

Posted on 20th July 2022 at 15:48

It is important to appoint a guardian in your Will if you have children under the age of 18, even if you are a married couple.

Should you Replace your Enduring Power of Attorney?

Posted on 6th July 2022 at 13:31

Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs) are old form powers of attorney pre-2007. Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) were introduced on 1st October 2007 and after this date, it was not possible to create EPAs.

Predatory marriage: is your vulnerable family member being preyed upon?

Posted on 30th May 2022 at 14:46

Predatory marriage is on the rise given the ageing population and therefore, individuals suffering from capacity related illnesses or diseases.

Home & Away - Having a Power of Attorney Recognised Abroad

Posted on 30th May 2022 at 13:09

A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that lets you (the ‘donor’) appoint one or more people (known as ‘attorneys’) to help you make decisions or to make decisions on your behalf.

Wills - Property Owners-Beware!

Posted on 8th April 2022 at 09:47

It is believed that that 27 million or 43% of the UK adult population have not made a will.

Changes to Inheritance Tax Reporting Requirements

Posted on 7th February 2022 at 10:00

When an individual passes away, certain forms may need to be submitted to the HMRC or probate registry. If the deceased’s estate falls into one of the ‘excepted estate’ rules then this will be the IHT205 form.