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A Generous Gift or a Hidden Trap? Gifting your Property to the Next Generation…

Gifting your main residence to children is often seen as a straightforward way to pass on wealth, reduce the size…
3 months ago
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Statutory Wills: How the process works and why they can protect loved ones

A Statutory Will is a Will authorised by the Court of Protection for an individual who lacks the mental capacity…
4 months ago
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Looking after the Farm when you can’t – the importance of putting Lasting Powers of Attorney in place

Farming businesses are unique. They often combine family life, land ownership, livestock management, machinery investment, and complex financial arrangements within…
4 months ago
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Preparing for Adulthood: Deputyship for Young People Who Lack Capacity

When a child who lacks mental capacity approaches their 18th birthday, families face an important legal shift. At 18, the…
4 months ago
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From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone

For many of us, a pet is part of the family. When you are making a Will, it is sensible…
4 months ago
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Planning for Your Children’s Future: What Happens If You Die?

Thinking about what will happen to your children when you die can feel overwhelming, but planning ahead is one of…
5 months ago
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Understanding the Trust Registration Service (TRS): What Trustees Need to Know

The Trust Registration Service (TRS) has undergone significant expansion in recent years, placing new obligations on Trustees across the UK….
10 months ago
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Estate Planning for Blended Families: Challenges and Solutions

Valentine’s day is upon us; love is in the air, and so what better time than to commit to the…
1 year ago
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Looking After Your Loved Ones on Blue Monday

You may have noticed changes in your loved ones over Christmas and you may have had conversations about how you…
4 years ago
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I am going to inherit some money…what do I do?

Charitable Trustees should seek to maximise the return on their investments; except where the investment is in explicit conflict with…
4 years ago
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New High Court Ruling on Trustee Investment Decisions

Charitable Trustees should seek to maximise the return on their investments; except where the investment is in explicit conflict with…
4 years ago
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Copyright Infringement – what is it and how can it be avoided?

The risks of copyright infringement can be mitigated by undertaking analysis at the outset and, where appropriate, by ensuring that…
4 years ago