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Common mistakes with DIY wills
The number of DIY wills have increased in recent times but you need to check that they are correct. The common mistakes made when making a DIY will are: Witnesses signing the document but not printing their name and address This means they are unknown and unable to be contacted if witness statements are
Why do I need a will?
Why do i need a will? The answer is surprisingly simple. Take a piece of plain white paper and fold it multiple times. When you unfold it you have lots of sections. Imagine each section represents the many different things that you have worked hard all your life for, e.g. your home, personal items,
Common mistakes when making a will
In June we have been focussing on the most COMMON MISTAKES to avoid when writing a will It's important for the document to be correct to ensure your wishes are followed as you want. Avoid the following mistakes Will is incorrectly witnessed For a will to be valid it must have been signed in
Everyone says you need power of attorney, but it can be hard to use
A Power of Attorney document is important to have to ensure someone is able to handle your financial matters if you are unable to. However, you may encounter some issues in using this document where some people are not aware what the document is or how it should be used. Click here for a
Why entrepreneurs are turning to lasting powers of attorney
Lasting power of attorney is usually associated with elderly people worried about declining mental health. However, post-Covid, young entrepreneurs are putting these agreements in place to secure their business’s future - why? Without lasting power of attorney, if a person loses the capacity to make decisions, then staff and suppliers may not get paid,
The Queen’s legacy on funeral plans
Last year, we lost a great women - Queen Elizabeth. She left a huge legacy on the country but did you know the impact the Queen's funeral has had on funeral plans? People saw all the personal touches of the day which has encouraged them to get their plan in place - have you
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