Financial & Legal
Understanding Lasting Power of Attorney
Preparing for others to manage your finances should you no longer be able to take care of your own affairs More
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Separations, divorce and discretionary trusts
Relationship breakdowns and squabbles over entitlement to a share of an estate are common and wholly avoidable. Nadine Wealands explains...More
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When deputy meets executor: Supporting people in court who lack mental capacity
In short, a deputy can make decisions for someone in court who lacks capacity. But what should happen to the deputy’s role on the death...More
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Taking control of digital assets after death
Until such time that the law has evolved to allow digital asset wills, it is vital to ensure that your executors and beneficiaries have...More
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Give generously to help escape inheritance tax
New figures show that families who lost a loved one paid a record £5.2bn in inheritance last...More
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Is the bank of grandma and grandad the future of financing property?
It is satisfying to be able to help grandchildren with university fees or housing deposits, but...More
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Your digital life - after death
With everything from online banking to entertainment subscriptions and social media accounts, we...More
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Don't look a gift horse in the mouth: lifetime inheritance tax exemptions
Robert Webb, associate at Roythornes Solicitors, highlights steps that can be taken to reduce...More
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Right to die court decision no longer required, judge rules
Landmark ruling means legal permission no longer needed to withdraw life support for patients...More
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Research finds families hit with unexpected funeral costs
Report finds shortfalls in prepaid funeral plans and families facing unexpected bills after death...More
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Man with Motor Neurone Disease challenges UK ban on assisted dying
High Court to hear Noel Conway’s claim that 1961 Suicide Act breaches his human right to a...More
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The importance of making a Will and what you should consider
Making a Will gives you reassurance that your savings and possessions will go to the people and...More
