Research has revealed* that more than £5 billion of means-tested benefits go unclaimed by retired people...

New rules on tax on dividends came out on 6th April 2016, changing the way this...

Have you received a letter from your bank or building society advising they will no longer...

  In most cases, this April you should only receive one notice showing the codes to...

The deadline for completing a paper Tax Return has now passed, but don’t panic! There is...

  The way savings are taxed is changing in April 2016 and while it will be...

How do you know if your tax is correct? If you pay your tax under Pay...

If you have filed your return and paid your tax you are fine. However those who...

Here are some of the key tax changes for 2015 The Personal Allowance (PA), the amount...

Older people may feel left in the lurch when it comes to getting help with filing accurate...

There can be a mountain of paperwork to deal with after a bereavement, and everyday matters...

The ‘Tax Help for Older People’ service is run by the charity ‘Tax Volunteers’ to provide...

Tax can be very confusing, so here’s quick guide to help you help your elderly parent through the tax minefield:...

HMRC Enquiry Centres are closing It’s true! HMRC’s enquiry centres are to close during June 2014....

Are there legitimate things your Parents can do to avoid Inheritance Tax? Former Chancellor of the...

The benefits system is complicated but if you know where to look, there is financial support out there for the millions of unpaid carers in the UK. Here’s an introduction to what’s available with links to where you can find out more and apply for your entitlements.

It is critically important to ask you ageing parent to write a will for a number...

Depending on the kinds of difficulties someone’s having with their finances, the help you could provide might involve anything from helping them with bills and paperwork and assisting with their day-to-day money, through to taking on a lasting power of attorney.

The actual process of disability registration does vary for each local authority so first please contact...

As people age, their driving abilities inevitably change. However, by reducing risk factors and incorporating safe...

Severe cold snaps can have dramatic effects on everyday life, especially for the elderly. Cold and wintry conditions can...

What is probate? A Grant of Probate is an order of the Court, giving one or...

What is retirement housing? Most retirement housing are available to people over the age of 60...

Moving from your home into care accommodation can be a stressful time, with lots of upheaval...

What is caring at a distance? The fact that we are living longer is wonderful achievement....

Is someone you love about to die? If you have ever been in a position where...

A grandparent wants to be as involved in the lives of their grandchildren as possible. From...

There are currently 220,000 older people with sight and hearing loss over the age of 70...

Caring from a distance isn’t easy, but here are some helpful tips to help you cope...