Posts tagged with: #Private Client
Having the peace of mind knowing that, were you to become too unwell to care for our own matters, you have an appointed person who will care for your property, finances, health, and welfare were you unable to care for them yourself is important. A Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) is the legal document that […]
It is not uncommon to find families disagreeing on the way a deceased loved one should be memorialised. The added dimension of second family, or blended families, have increased the potential for conflict. However, more often than not, even if family members agree with cremation, it is the fate of the ashes that then becomes the point […]
Making a Will is one of those tasks that often gets overlooked, however the importance of having a Will is clear. Without a Will, your assets will be distributed following the rules of intestacy which might mean that your assets are passed to someone who you may not have chosen. However, whilst having a Will […]
We would all like to make gifts to our loved ones and often people would prefer to make such gifts during their lifetime, rather than after their death, so that they can witness the recipient’s enjoyment of receiving the gift. Lifetime gifting can also be a very effective way of reducing the value of a […]
When someone loses mental capacity it can be an upsetting and difficult time for family and friends. This can be made even more difficult if the person who has lost mental capacity doesn’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney in place meaning that there is nobody with the authority to care for the individuals finances […]
As Private Client solicitors, one question we get asked repeatedly is whether you should gift your home to your children. This question usually stems from conversations in regard to inheritance tax and/or care home fees. Gifting your home to your children can be a great way to reduce tax liabilities and safeguard your most precious […]
