by Zoe Towlson | Dec 12, 2023 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that enables an individual (donor) to appoint one or more people (known as attorneys) to make decisions on their behalf. Can I end my Lasting Power of Attorney? Yes. You as the Donor of the document, have the right to...
by Zoe Towlson | Nov 6, 2023 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
Estate Disputes and How to Avoid Them We all know the old proverbs – ‘prevention is better than cure’, ‘a stitch in time saves nine’, ‘don’t leave your estate administration to chance’ – well, maybe not the last one but it’s true nonetheless. Many people worry about...
by Zoe Towlson | Aug 17, 2023 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
Many people have questions about transferring their property to a relative or into a Trust. Often, these enquiries are fuelled by concerns about care home fees or inheritance tax but what are your options and is it really such a great idea? A roof over your head is a...
by Zoe Towlson | Jul 27, 2023 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
We have all spent far more time at home than we might have liked to in recent years, but it has given us an opportunity to take stock and consider whether we are really getting the most from our home. Is it a sanctuary where we feel safe and are able to engage in...
by Zoe Towlson | Jul 13, 2023 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
What is inheritance tax? Inheritance tax is a tax that may be payable from your estate when you die. Everyone has a tax-free allowance, for inheritance tax purposes, and that allowance is known as the nil rate band. The nil rate band is currently £325,000. If your...
by Zoe Towlson | Jun 1, 2023 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document which formally appoints an attorney of your choosing, to make certain decisions when you are no longer able to. If you have a physical or mental impairment that impacts your ability to make certain decisions, your...