CL Wills & Estate Planning

03/11/2022

A passionate podcast from the brilliant Martin Lewis talking about preparing for death, divorce and dementia - Putting in place a Will and Powers of Attorney really will help your loved ones when they need it most.

These are difficult conversations we all have to have but they are so important - don't leave it until it's too late!

Martin’s advice on the three D’s – plus cheap train travel and free beer.

17/02/2022

Have you ever considered what would happen to your children if something were to happen to you?

Read more here about Guardianships and why you should be including these into your Will.

Most of us have probably come across the term “guardian” or “guardianship,” but have you ever stopped to think about whether this is something you need to put in place? As a parent, we pray that this is something we never need to consider but do you know what will…

23/09/2021

We were very excited to be asked by both Cheshire Life & Living Edge magazines to tell their readers more about the services we offer here at CL Wills & Estate Planning and share the positive feedback we have received from our clients.

23/08/2021

Do you have an existing Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) in place? Ever wondered whether this needs updating or replacing with a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) ... read more

Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPA) were replaced by Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) from 1st October 2007, so it has not been possible to create new EPAs since then. However, if you have an EPA in place already you may be wondering whether you need an LPA. Often the answer to…

28/06/2021

When we set up CL Wills it had been over 10 years since I'd given face to face advice so I was a little nervous.
However I've been very fortunate to work with some incredible clients who clearly appreciate the advice and service we're providing.

22/06/2021

As a pet owner I often used to worry about what would happen to my dog Rocky if something happened to me!

Did you know you can make provisions in your Will for your Fur Babies and even leave conditional gifts to help with the financial aspect of looking after your pet?

Speak to us today so you can relax knowing that your “Fur babies” are forever loved & passed on to the right people when you’re no longer there to make sure they are.


https://clwills.co.uk/protecting-your-fur-babies/

17/05/2021

We can't cure Dementia but we can all do our own little bit to help those who suffer ... sign the Petition today and lets help change the social system that supports those effected by this disease!

Decades of underfunding have led to a social care system that’s difficult to access, costly, inadequate and unfair. It doesn't have to be this way. Because while dementia isn’t curable yet, the care system is.

10/05/2021

There is no right or wrong place to die; it will be different for everyone. But it is important for families to think about it, to talk about it and to plan for it. We want people of all ages to be in a good place when they die – physically, emotionally and with the right care in place. Make sure that you and your loved ones are in a good place to die - https://www.dyingmatters.org/page/subscribe-dying-matters-coalition

None of us want to think about getting ill and dying. But having a plan makes it easier for you and your loved ones. Thinking about things like making a will, deciding what kind of care we’d like, or by making clear our wishes, can make our last days easier for us and the time after our death easier for our families and friends.

The decisions you make NOW could change the FUTURE of those you love. Speak to us today to understand how we can help you and your family.

27/04/2021

Everybody wants to protect their assets & ensure that the assets they have worked hard to acquire during their lifetime, are passed on to their children and chosen beneficiaries after their death.

With rapidly increasing property values, for most people their largest asset is their home. Clients usually wish to continue living in their home but are concerned about how their property, or proceeds of sale, will be used upon their death. Many also worry about the cost of care, and the impact that will have on the amount of money they end up leaving to family and friends.

Take a moment to read about how a Home Protection Scheme could protect your loved ones.

Everybody wants to protect their assets for the benefit of their loved ones, to ensure that the assets that they have worked hard to acquire during their lifetime, are passed on to their children and chosen beneficiaries after their death. With rapidly increasing property values, for most people the...

24/03/2021

Already have a Will in place? Would you know if it was set up as a "Mirror Will" or "Mutual Will"? Or what the key differences are between the two?

https://clwills.co.uk/what-is-the-difference-between-a-mirror-will-and-a-mutual-will/

Contact us today to review your Will or discuss setting up a new Will - the decisions you make NOW could change the FUTURE of those you love.

People often confuse the terms “Mutual Will” and “Mirror Will”. However, in law they are two very different things, and it is important to be precise. So, what is the difference between a mirror will and a mutual will? A mirror will This is a will that simply “mirrors” another will.…

22/02/2021

Absolutely delighted to have passed the exam and become a member of Society of Will Writers.

Since being founded in 1994 the SWW has worked tirelessly to firmly place itself as not only the largest, but also the leading self-regulatory body representing the Will Writing Profession.

Entry to the Society demands impeccable high level application and integrity so I am hugely proud of this achievement.

16/02/2021

Its scary to think that most Business Owners haven't made the correct provisions to ensure their businesses can still operate if they lose mental capacity - when we think about LPAs we often neglect to think about our business.

Since the Mental Health (Discrimination) Act 2013 was implemented, it is not possible for a director to be removed by the court if they have mental health concerns, including if they have lost mental capacity, as this would be considered discrimination. By creating a Business LPA in advance, directo...