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We make sure your family, dependants or chosen charities are provided for in the manner you want and in the most tax efficient way.

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Lasting powers of attorney

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We provide professional yet empathetic assistance for those who feel they cannot continue to handle their financial and healthcare affairs.

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Through careful planning wealth can be passed on to the next generation in a beneficial manner which may also include potential tax savings.

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Why you should consider creating a Lasting Power of Attorney

Why you should consider creating a Lasting Power of Attorney

Whilst many of us understand the benefits of having a Will, you may be less familiar with a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) which appoints someone to help you make your own decisions or make decisions on your behalf.

This is a legal document which names an attorney who is likely to be a member of your immediate family, a loved one or a legal professional. Having an LPA in place gives you more control over what happens to you if you cannot make a decision at a time when one needs to be made.

You must apply for an LPA while you have mental capacity; the Mental Capacity Act says that if you do not appoint an attorney while you are able to do so, then only a Judge can. Your family or friends would have to apply to the Court of Protection to make decisions on your behalf and it would be a lengthy and time consuming process at what could be an already difficult time.

There are two different types of LPAs, one that concerns your health and welfare and one that deals with property and financial affairs; you can choose to make one type or both.

Although people may assume that an LPA is only beneficial for those in later life, an accident or illness could result in someone no longer being capable of making important decisions for themselves.

If you have any questions or would like to making a Lasting Power of Attorney, please contact us.

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