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Intestacy: and the reasons we encourage the preparation of a Will
Posted: 19th September 2017
Intestacy An intestacy does not just occur when a person dies without a Will. It can also arise even if they have a Will but it is invalid or has been revoked. It can also arise if a valid Will has not been properly drafted and a common example is where a beneficiary dies, but […]
Is it time to review your Will to maximise tax-saving?
Posted: 21st June 2017
We always recommend that you review your Will every 3-6 years to ensure that it does exactly what you want it to do, especially with the changing of laws surrounding Wills and Probate. On 6th April 2017, the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) came into effect. It is important that you understand what this means for […]
Rules relating to the possession of a deceased’s body
Posted: 18th May 2017
As you are all aware, when someone passes away decisions need to be made in respect of what happens to the body whether it be cremation, burial, green burial or anything else. Disputes at this point can arise between family members as to what should happen with the body and therefore, it is always helpful […]
Choosing the right private Attorney
Posted: 12th May 2017
When it comes to Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA), it’s important to appoint the right person to act as your Attorney. So what do you need to consider? The role of an Attorney Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) allow you to appoint someone to act as your attorney. If you lose capacity, they’ll represent your […]
Inheritance disputes hit a record high
Posted: 14th April 2017
There are all sorts of reasons someone may bring a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family Dependents) Act (IPFDA) 1975. It might be because an individual has been left out of a Will entirely, they receive less than they expected, or the deceased has passed away without making a Will. Here’s what you need […]
Government confirm new Probate fees
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Posted: 7th March 2017
As the government confirms the new banded Probate fee charges, I explain the implications… Implications of the changes Despite overwhelming opposition, the government has confirmed that the fees for a probate application will change. This means instead of a fixed fee, it will move to a banded system, where fees increase with the value of the […]
Becoming Dementia Friends
Posted: 24th February 2017
Since becoming a Dementia Friend with my colleague, Natasha Thorne, in October 2016, Franklins has joined the initiative to understand more about the disease. Read on to find out how we’re helping to spread the word and get others to become Dementia Friends, too… Understanding dementia Franklins are on a mission to understand more about […]
Lasting Power of Attorney – Deputyship
Posted: 17th February 2017
If a loved one loses capacity and they don’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney or Enduring Power of Attorney in place to manage their affairs, a deputy may need to be appointed. I explain the process… What is Deputyship? A Deputyship creates a similar situation and relationship to those of the Donor and the Attorney(s) […]
Is talking about end of life care still taboo?
Posted: 16th February 2017
Compassion in Dying is a national charity working to inform and empower people to exercise their rights and choices around end-of-life care. I share a bit about a specific campaign they have launched which I think is an important one… Compassion in Dying is trying to make talking about end of life care less of […]
Is an Enduring Powers of Attorney still valid
Posted: 3rd February 2017
‘Enduring Powers of Attorney’, the predecessors to Lasting Powers of Attorney, can no longer be made. However, if you made an Enduring Power of Attorney before the 1st October 2007, provision has been made under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, so they can still be used as they were intended when they were created. I […]
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