by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
The recent “Freedom Day” feels, at the very least, like the beginning of the end. But as we begin to think about life returning to normal, the real impact of the pandemic on our financial affairs is only just becoming apparent. Nowhere is more stark than...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Lasting Powers of Attorney
We are pleased to share that the Ministry of Justice has launched a review of the outdated power of attorney system that protects the elderly and vulnerable people. This will give the Government greater powers to seek out abusive carers of...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
The global pandemic has prompted many UK adults to draw up important legal documents relating to their death and end of life care for the first time. However, 45.2 million still haven’t started the process of writing a will or a living will, according to new research...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
Next of kin is a commonly used term in everyday language, but not many people are aware that “next of kin” actually only provides legal rights where children are concerned and, even then, only in certain circumstances. The general rule is that the...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
Following a recent survey carried out by YouGov of over 2000 adults, it has been interesting to learn of attitudes towards wills, financial planning and probate in the UK. One clear trend emerged – British adults simply aren’t talking about financial...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Lasting Powers of Attorney
We understand that losing your mental capacity and your ability to make important decisions for yourself is not pleasant to think about, but it is important that everyone plans for the unexpected and having a lasting power of attorney (LPA) is one of the ways you can...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Lasting Powers of Attorney
A recent article in the news highlighted the shocking fact that each year there are around 127,000 dementia sufferers that are the victims of financial abuse. As many as 127,500 of 850,000 people with dementia in the UK have been targeted by criminals....
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
With research suggesting over 59% of the UK adult population not having a will in place, we thought we’d look at the reasons why… “It’s too expensive” Not writing a Will could cost your family thousands of pounds in lost...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
With wedding season soon upon us we thought it would be prudent to discuss what happens to existing wills after you get married. So, does getting married effect an existing will? The simple answer is… YES! When you get married, any will you have...
by Oliver Saxon | Oct 13, 2021 | Wills & Trusts
What is a letter of wishes and what are the benefits of having one? A letter of wishes is a document drawn up to accompany your will. Unlike a will, it is not legally binding, but it provides guidance for the people dealing with your estate and/or any trusts that are...
