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Have you ever considered what might happen to your home or savings if you couldn’t manage your money or make personal decisions anymore? After a lifetime of hard work, it’s important to ensure you have control over who handles your affairs if you’re unable to do so.
You might assume your partner or family can step in to make decisions on your behalf, but this isn’t always true. To pay your bills or make choices about your care, they need legal authority to act on your behalf.
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint trusted individuals to make decisions for you when you can’t. It ensures your voice is heard and your wishes are respected.
Shockingly, over 60% of people interested in an LPA have misunderstandings about how these documents work. These misconceptions often lead to confusion and delays when decisions need to be made.
An LPA protects your wishes and spares your loved ones unnecessary stress during tough times. To avoid these challenges, it’s wise to compare options and secure your LPA as soon as possible.
Planning for your future can feel overwhelming, but securing a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) doesn't have to be, we have listed the 3 most common routes to obtaining a Lasting Power of Attorney.
Deciding your Lasting Power of Attorney route depends on your priorities. Estate planning companies offer efficient, budget-friendly guidance, solicitors provide personalised legal coverage and peace of mind, while DIY grants control but demands research and legal diligence.
Unfortunately, you must also plan for how you want your estate handled after your death. Dying without a Will (or Living Trust) means the laws runs it’s course, often against your or your family’s wishes. Thankfully, an LPA provider can also provide you a Will or Living Trust.
A Will or Living Trust protects your assets and dictates what will happen to them after your death, according to your wishes. They are vital if you are married or own property, as letting the law run it’s course can be highly detrimental to your family or loved ones. Additionally, a Will needs to be reviewed every 3-4 years.
A Living Trust can be used where you have a more complex estate and need a more thorough plan. Additionally, they can by-pass court or Legal Time and the costs they incur after you pass away. This will usually make the exchange of assets quicker and cheaper for your family.
Finally, you must choose an executor for your Will or Living Trust. This can involve discussing details with solicitors, organising probate and other legal or tax affairs. You can make your Will or LPA provider your executor instead, which will save your family the stress of handling these affairs themselves.
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