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Using trusts to plan your legacy

Do I need a trust? It’s a question many people ask when they come to write their Will and plan their estate. There are myriad different kinds of trust arrangements,...

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Does dementia stop you signing a Will?

Posted: 8 June 2017

Author: Mark Scanlon

“Does dementia stop me from making a Will?” It’s a question we often get asked, along with dozens of similar queries on behalf of parents, grandparents and other relatives. Estate...

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Elderly parents and care: how to have that difficult conversation

Contrary to popular belief, difficult conversations aren’t restricted to our teenage years. Adulthood brings its fair share of uncomfortable topics – not least those related to our ageing parents and...

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Why Lasting Powers of Attorney aren’t just for the elderly

Whilst we all recognise the importance of writing our Will, fewer of us will be considering a Lasting Power of Attorney, or an LPA. This enables you to appoint someone to...

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Inheritance Tax on gifts: what are the rules?

New research suggests that tax breaks on gifts between family members could encourage more parents and grandparents to pass on a ‘living inheritance’ to the younger generation, giving them a...

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Families avoiding ‘difficult conversations’ about old age care

Our latest research reveals that many of us are burying our heads in the sand when it comes to the realities of our later life care, or the care of...

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4 things you should do before you die

Smart planning for the future has never been more important. With economic uncertainty looming on the horizon, we all want to retain that feeling of control over our own lives...

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How important is it to have a Will?

The importance of writing your Will should never be underestimated. But let’s be honest, it’s a difficult subject matter. That’s why so many of us choose to put it off...

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Claims against DIY Executors triple in 2013

The High Court has released disturbing figures which highlight the huge increase in claims for mishandling a deceased’s estate. Information provided by the Chancery Division, states that a staggering 368...

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Why is it important to think about estate planning?

We all know that having a Will is important and everyone needs to have one. It not only sets out your wishes after your death. It also helps you to...

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HMRC considers splitting Inheritance Tax nil-rate band across trusts

It has come to light that HMRC has amended its proposal to split an individual’s inheritance tax (IHT) nil-rate band (NRB) across trusts. The revised plans, which could come into...