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

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Managing people’s affairs after death used to be simpler. Estates are normally left in a normal...

What is a Power of Attorney? Power of attorney enables your ageing parent to give power...

According to a recent report by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), the cost...

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As our parents age, yet remain in good health, it’s easy to avoid having the conversations...

It can be tempting to consider gifting assets to avoid paying for care, but beware of...

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There are a number of key legal documents, which are essential for you and your older...

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When faced with the reality of a loved one losing mental capacity, a family may have...

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Lasting power of attorney (LPA) forms are changing on Wednesday 1 July, 2015. On Wednesday 1...