by Joe Etherington | Mar 26, 2026 | Wills and Trusts
What Is a Property Protection Trust in a Will? If you’re married or in a long-term relationship and own your home, one of the biggest questions is: “What actually happens to the house when one of us dies?” Most couples assume the answer is simple: “Everything just...
by Joe Etherington | Mar 24, 2026 | Wills and Trusts
Do I Need a Family Trust? Many people ask us about setting up a Family Trust because they want to protect their home, reduce risk and make sure their children ultimately benefit. Very often, the concern behind the question is care fees. They have heard that “putting...
by Joe Etherington | Mar 18, 2026 | Wills and Trusts
Tenants in Common. What It Means and Why It Matters Most people own their home as “joint tenants” without ever realising there’s another option. But the way your property is owned can have a significant impact on what happens to your share when you die—and whether...
by Joe Etherington | Sep 23, 2025 | Power of Attorney
LPA Fee Increase Looms – What You Need to Know Before 17 November. If you’ve been meaning to put your Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) in place, this is your nudge. From 17 November 2025, the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) will increase the registration fee from...
