Making a Will is good for your health
As the saying goes, ‘two things in life are certain – Death & Taxes’, and everyone at some time or other fears death in some way. It’s perfectly normal and…
Will Disputes – What if you’ve been left out..?
Will Disputes – What if you’ve been left out..? Losing a loved one is always an upsetting time. That upset is only heightened if you later discover that you have…
Planning For Retirement When You’re Self-Employed
The appeal of working for yourself is leading to a sharp increase in the number of people opting to go self-employed. According to figures from the Office for National Statistics,…
Could Your Job Be Affecting Your Life Plans?
It’s an accepted fact that women live longer than men, but statistics from the Office for National Statistics have uncovered that different jobs can also affect people’s life expectancy. They…
How Pensions have changed
It’s just over two years since the pension reforms were introduced to give people more choice in accessing their pensions. One of the benefits it’s brought is that it is…
Denying Legacies to Celebrity Children
Father of 4, Gordon Ramsay, has joined a growing list of celebrities who have decided not to leave their inheritance to their children. The celebrity chef, perhaps as well known…
Using Your House in Retirement
A house is far more than simply a home. It’s also an enormously valuable asset, which can help you meet the costs of retirement. In truth, most of us aren’t…
Only 5% of the UK population is prepared for the future
Whenever we spot a new wrinkle or grey hair, we often pause for a moment and consider how the years are rolling by. Most of us at some point will…
Dealing with Overseas Assets under your Will…
Writing a Will is the best way to decide exactly what will happen to your assets after you die. It’s important though to remember that you can determine what happens…
Peace of Mind Before Your Holiday…
Planning your Will may be the last thing on your mind as you’re packing your beachwear and sun cream, but accidents and injuries happen when we least expect them. Of…