Lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) and Deputyship Orders share some similarities, giving people the legal authority to act on your behalf when you lose mental capacity. However, plenty of key differences between the two are essential to understand. This blog will explore these two legal tools, how each can be used, and how you can […]
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Wills and trusts are often considered separate, but have you ever heard of a Will trust? Will trusts can be a valuable tool for estate planning, protecting assets, and ensuring they are distributed according to the settlor’s wishes. However, they can be complex, and it’s important to understand how they work and the benefits for
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Trusts are a popular estate planning tool many use to manage and distribute their assets to their loved ones. However, they can also be contested, which is when someone challenges the validity or terms of the trust. This process can be complicated and contentious, often requiring legal action and court intervention. This blog will explore
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When establishing your lasting power of attorney (LPA), you’ll be confronted with the question: who do you want your attorney to be? This is a big decision, as your attorney can act for you and make decisions on your behalf. This guide will walk you through the responsibilities of an attorney and help you understand
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When someone passes away without leaving a valid Will behind, their estate must be distributed according to the rules of intestacy. These rules can be complex; however, they are vital to understand so you can ensure your assets are distributed in line with your wishes and values. In this guide, we’ll explore the rules of
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Retirement planning is crucial for ensuring a comfortable future, and your pension plays a huge role. However, when writing a Will, you may overlook your pension entirely. Including pensions within your estate plan is key to ensuring your savings are distributed in line with your wishes and maximising the legacy you leave to your loved
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If you’re thinking about your estate planning and want to ensure that your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes after you pass away, you may want to consider a trust Will. This blog will cover the basics of trust Wills, including how they work, the differences between trust and traditional Wills, and
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Once you have a Will written and tucked away, you might be tempted to forget about it entirely. However, this could be a big mistake as you could miss out on many benefits for yourself and your loved ones. Updating your Will every few years is essential to later life planning as many aspects of
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When you start writing your Will, one question that will inevitably pop up is, ‘what is the value of my estate?’ Knowing the value of your estate can help you make informed decisions about how to distribute your assets after you pass away and can also help you plan for your financial future while you’re
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Lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) enable you to grant your chosen attorneys the ability to act on your behalf. However, do you really need one? Read on to see just how an LPA could benefit you! What Are Lasting Powers of Attorney? LPAs allow people you select to make decisions on your behalf while you
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