In an uncertain world, preparing for the future is more than just about managing your finances or estate planning; it involves making sure your personal welfare is looked after in the way you wish, especially when you might not be able to make those decisions...
If you have been caring for someone who has an impairment of their mind or brain and they have trusted you to make decisions on their behalf under a lasting power of attorney, you may be wondering when you can make such decisions for them. Mental illness can progress...
If you have gone to the trouble of drafting a will to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you die, then it is important to ensure that the will is legally valid. A simple mistake can undo your wishes, as happened in this example....
The recent publication of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill into parliament has drawn sharp focus on the public mood on assisted dying and the importance of having the choice about how you die in the event of a terminal diagnosis. The End-of-Life Bill, if...
This month has seen the publication of the Private Member’s Bill into parliament which is intended to enable terminally ill adults in England and Wales to seek medical assistance to end their lives. This is known as ‘physician-assisted dying’. This will be debated...
As a business owner, you’re constantly juggling the demands of growth, profitability, and longevity. This year’s Budget 2024 announcement in the UK has brought particular attention to Business Property Relief (BPR), a valuable Inheritance Tax (IHT) relief for business...
