- Lewis & Dick Solicitors

• 5th May 2022
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Why should you have a will in place? Whilst SFE’s Update Your Will Week highlighted the need for people across the country to update their wills, it also provided an insight into the number of people who don’t have a will at all. This video is an excellent reminder of the importance of having a will in place and answers some of the initial questions many people may have when it comes to writing a will. Please click this link to access the video then drag the MP4 into your social media post and use the copy below.
 
What is inheritance tax? Inheritance tax can feel like an overwhelming topic for people preparing for later life. This video gives people the opportunity to understand what exactly it is, clearly and concisely. It also recognises the benefits of using an SFE accredited lawyer, especially when it comes to writing a will and ensuring beneficiaries don’t pay any more tax than is necessary. 
 
What is an LPA?  Having an LPA can help minimise distress for relatives of those who lack capacity. This video explains the benefits of having an LPA and highlights the risks of not having one in place.
 
5 reasons you should use an SFE accredited lawyer When planning for later life, it’s important to talk to somebody who specialises in this area of law and has experience and training to deal with life changing decisions. Here’s some of the benefits of using @SFELawyers when making these important choices about your future. 
 
This Is Money recently highlighted the risks of using pre-paid probate plans. Designed to protect people from rising costs in the future, experts are now warning that they may be a waste of money and risk leaving families in limbo.  Are probate plans the new Wild West? Salesmen say they give peace of mind when a loved one dies…but they cost thousands and may be useless