Lifetime Planning

Planning for the future is very important. It is hard to place a value on peace of mind, yet all too often we leave things too late.

In addition to advising on Inheritance Tax issues (see Wills) we can assist you with the following :-

Enduring Power of Attorney

In 1985, the Enduring Powers of Attorney Act made it possible to appoint a person of your own choosing to administer your affairs in the event of mental incapacity. It is important to remember that mental incapacity can affect not only the elderly – premature dementia or an accident can have the same effect.

Long Term Care Planning

It's hard to imagine not being able to live in your own home, and look after yourself.  Planning at the right time to make sure any care you may need in the future is covered is important for most people.  Find out more about the rules about paying for a permanent care home place.

Living Wills

A Living Will can record your wishes with respect to certain medical procedures that are/are not to be employed on loss of mental capacity ("advanced directive"). Alternatively, a Living Will can record your beliefs on such procedures for the family to consider should a difficult decision with regard to your health have to be made ("non-advanced directive").

Guardians

If you have young children, you should consider appointing guardians to take care of them if you die while they are still young. Even if you have "god parents" we all know that the choice of god parent is sometimes an emotional decision made a specific time. Appointment of a guardian is usually done whilst making your Will.

Please contact us if we can assist you with any of the above