Why do I need a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Why do I need a Lasting Power of Attorney?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf in relation to your property and financial affairs and/or your health and welfare. This can be when you are no longer able to make decisions yourself or just when you have...
Probate – Who, what, where & how?

Probate – Who, what, where & how?

Probate. It’s a bit confusing isn’t it? When do we need it, how do we apply for it? In this article we’ll look at the basics; a good place to start.  What IS Probate? When someone dies the law calls them “the deceased” and everything they owned (this is called their...
Famous Folk who Died Without Leaving a Will

Famous Folk who Died Without Leaving a Will

What happens when you die without leaving a Will (i.e. you die intestate)? If there is no Will written when you die then you die intestate. This will mean that property or assets automatically pass onto your next of kin. When soul singer Amy Winehouse tragically died...
Charity Wills Week

Charity Wills Week

“It’s been great to run our Charity Will Weeks 2023/24 and raise money for some fantastic local charities and good causes, big thanks to all the staff and clients who took part” – David Sinclair   According to our spreadsheet we raised £14,965.00* in total!...