by Richard Mawer | Apr 2, 2023 | Wills
Whilst Wills and Trusts do have a lot of overlap, there are also several differences between the two. Ultimately, both are ways to say who will receive a persons assets. They just do it in different ways, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages. A...
by Richard Mawer | Feb 22, 2023 | Wills
A survey carried out by Which? has revealed that, although most of the public understand what a Lasting Power of Attorney is, there is confusion as to how the documents operate. A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a document that allows a person, called the...
by Richard Mawer | Jan 12, 2023 | Estate Planning Insights
Let’s talk Wills 2022 has undoubtedly been a year of significant changes, whether that’s the ongoing effects of Covid, the cost-of-living issues, or the war in Ukraine. One or all of these events will no doubt have impacted people’s finances, relationships, or...
by Richard Mawer | Jan 10, 2023 | Wills
A nil rate band trust is a flexible trust contained within a Will that allows the testator to leave their available nil rate band into trust under the terms of the will. Prior to the Finance Act 2008, it was not possible to transfer the nil rate band allowance between...
by Richard Mawer | Dec 14, 2022 | Business Growth
Although as a business it is important to look ahead, it can be very beneficial to look back at how your business has performed over the past year. Thinking about the goals your business set for 2022, be honest with yourself and ask if you have achieved them. ...
