Ruth Stephenson Estate Planning Specialist

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Ruth Stephenson Estate Planning Specialist

I'm a UK estate planner working with Genesis Estate Planning, helping you to protect what is yours. Phone/Video Call/ Home Visit/ Office Appointments

09/09/2025

Going to run one more competition, until we reopen! The prize will be the Steakhouse all evening, for you and 7 mates/family a steak and seafood banquet!

Think Lobster, Crab, HUGE King Prawns, our Salmon Kebabs, lots of different cuts of steak, all the sides and trimmings etc! and drinks! (obviously given responsibly).

To win this insane prize, when we hit 10,000 followers we will randomly select the winner from this post!!.

You know what to do, tag as many folk as possible, like and share this post and give the page a follow!!

No closing date on this just the second we hit 10,000 we'll call it!

Good luck all...

11/07/2025

I gained 431 followers, created 25 posts and received 66 reactions in the past 90 days! Thank you all for your continued support. I could not have done it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

29/06/2025

Lazy Sunday LPA Quiz!

👉 Who decides your medical treatment if you lose capacity without an LPA?
A) Your partner
B) Your doctor
C) A judge

Comment your guess – I’ll reveal the answer tonight!

28/06/2025

Saturday Shout-Out: Meet My Lovely Client 💜

“Ruth made the whole LPA process so easy. I’d put it off for ages but now I feel totally at peace. Highly recommend!” – J.B.

If you’ve been putting this off, I get it.
But it’s one of the kindest things you can do for your family.

💬 Message me and I’ll explain everything in plain English.

27/06/2025

True or False Friday!
“If I have a will, I don’t need an LPA.”

❌ FALSE. A will only takes effect after death.
An LPA protects you while you’re alive.
Like if you’re unconscious or lose capacity.
🗣 Comment whether you thought it was “True” or “False”!

26/06/2025

LPA Myth-Buster: “I don’t need one yet.”
Truth: LPAs are like insurance – you hope you never need them, but you’ll be glad they’re there if you do.
🧠 Mental illness, stroke, accident – life can change in a heartbeat.
Secure your future while you’re healthy and in control.
❤️ Double tap if you're all about protecting your peace of mind.

25/06/2025

What happens if you don’t have an LPA?
Many people think their partner or kids can automatically step in if something happens.
🚫 Sadly, that’s not the case.
Without an LPA, your loved ones could face a long, expensive court process just to help you.
👉 Planning ahead makes life easier for everyone.
💌 Message me for a no-pressure chat.

24/06/2025

“Who would you trust with your life?”
If you became seriously ill tomorrow, who would make decisions for you?
⚖️ A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) gives someone you trust the legal power to act on your behalf if you’re unable to.
It’s not just for the elderly – it’s for anyone who wants peace of mind.
💬 Comment ‘Info’ if you’d like a free chat so that I can answer any question you may have!

11/06/2025

Celebrity Cautionary Tale: Aretha Franklin
Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, had handwritten Wills stashed around her house – one even found in a notebook under the sofa cushions!

Her sons spent YEARS battling in court over which one was valid. It caused rifts, delays and unnecessary legal fees.

📚 The lesson? A professionally drafted, legally valid Will avoids confusion and ensures your wishes are crystal clear.

Want to get yours sorted the right way?
📩 DM me “WILL” to book your free consultation

10/06/2025

What Happens If You Lose Capacity? (And Don’t Have an LPA)

If you lose mental capacity and don’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, here’s what happens:

❌ Your family can’t access your money
❌ They can’t make medical decisions on your behalf
❌ They’ll need to apply to the Court of Protection – a slow, stressful and expensive process

It’s heart breaking watching someone decline and feeling powerless to help.

✅ An LPA is a simple document that gives someone you trust the legal power to act on your behalf if needed.

Let’s tick this off your list – message me to book your free chat.

09/06/2025

MYTH BUSTING MONDAY!!

🚫 “I don’t need a Will, my family will sort it out.”
✅ WRONG. Without a Will, the law decides who gets what – and it might not be who you’d expect.

🚫 “I’m married, my partner will get everything.”
✅ Not always true. Children, estranged spouses, or even the state can come before your partner.

Wills and LPAs aren’t just for the rich or elderly. They’re for everyday families like yours.

Let me make it easy and stress-free.
📞 Book your free planning call with me today.

07/06/2025

Real story from a client (shared with permission):
“My mum had a stroke and couldn’t manage her money. We assumed we’d be able to help… but the bank said no. We had to apply to the Court of Protection, which cost over £1,000 and took nearly a year. In the meantime, we were paying her bills ourselves.”

😞 All of this stress could’ve been avoided with a Lasting Power of Attorney.

✅ LPAs give the people YOU trust the legal authority to help you if you ever can’t make decisions.
It’s peace of mind for you AND your family.

📲 DM me “LPA” to get started.

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Website

https://genesisestateplanning.co.uk/

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