Gary Owen - Wills and Estate Planning

Gary Owen - Wills and Estate Planning Qualified and experienced Will, Lasting Power of Attorney and Trust and Estates planner. www.garyowenwillsandestates.co.uk

What legacy will you leave behind? What is the gift you have to share with your family, and will that gift echo through ...
24/08/2026

What legacy will you leave behind? What is the gift you have to share with your family, and will that gift echo through the minds and souls of many?

Estate Planning is something that many people put off. "It won't happen to me / I'm too young....." are some of the reason that people defer the setting up of plans.

But what if......?

Today, I'd you to take 2.5 minutes out of your day, and watch the accompanying video. It might make you think again.

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Today's the Day.........If you've been thinking about / have any questions about Wills, Lasting Power of Attorneys or Tr...
20/08/2026

Today's the Day.........

If you've been thinking about / have any questions about Wills, Lasting Power of Attorneys or Trusts - including protecting properties to the extent of using all the equity within your property to fund Long Term Care costs - then, today's the day to sort things out.

My free walk-in clinic at The Magor and Undy Community Hub, runs between 10.00am - 2.00pm

Why not pop-in, gain some invaluable advice and look to arrange things now (to make it easier for you, I'll come to you to arrange everything, if required).

Looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible later today.

Gary

What Does an Estate Planner Do – And How Can They Help You?Hi, I'm Gary, your local Estate Planning expert. I thought I'...
10/08/2026

What Does an Estate Planner Do – And How Can They Help You?

Hi, I'm Gary, your local Estate Planning expert. I thought I'd give a brief introduction to what I do to help people.

Many people think estate planning is only for the wealthy, but the truth is that everyone can benefit from having a plan in place.

An estate planner helps you organise your affairs so that your wishes are carried out if you become unable to make decisions or after you pass away. More importantly, they help provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

An estate planner can help with:

✅ Writing a Will – Ensuring your assets go to the people you choose and making the process easier for your family.

✅ Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) – Appointing trusted people to make decisions about your finances or health if you're unable to do so yourself.

✅ Protecting Your Family – Helping to safeguard your home, savings, and other assets for future generations.

✅ Inheritance Tax Planning – Exploring legal ways to help reduce the amount of inheritance tax that may be payable.

✅Protecting Vulnerable Adults - helping plan for ways in which vulnerable adults /minors can inherit effectively.

✅ Planning for Care Costs – Looking at strategies that may help protect assets while ensuring you receive the care you need.

✅ Business Succession Planning – Helping business owners plan for the future and ensure a smooth transfer of ownership.

Estate planning isn't about expecting the worst—it's about being prepared, protecting the people you love, and making sure your wishes are respected.

The earlier you put a plan in place, the more options you may have and the greater the peace of mind for you and your family.

If you've been putting it off, now is a great time to start the conversation. A professionally prepared estate plan can make all the difference when your family needs it most.

Have you thought about your estate plan? Share your thoughts or questions in the comments below—I'd love to hear from you.

If you have any questions, or want to arrange Wills, Lasting Power of Attorneys or Trusts for protection against Care Co...
07/08/2026

If you have any questions, or want to arrange Wills, Lasting Power of Attorneys or Trusts for protection against Care Costs, I'm running a free walk-in clinic at The HUB on 20/8/26, between 10.00am-2.00pm

Fell free to pop in for a chat, especially if you have been meaning to get around to any of the above areas of Estate Planning, but never quite manage to make it happen.

🤔 WHAT IF...?Have you ever stopped to think...❓ What if something happened to you tomorrow?What if no one knew where you...
04/08/2026

🤔 WHAT IF...?

Have you ever stopped to think...

❓ What if something happened to you tomorrow?

What if no one knew where your original Will was?
What if your family couldn't access important documents?
What if your loved ones had to deal with delays, extra costs, and unnecessary stress?
What if your wishes couldn't be carried out because your Will couldn't be found?

Many people think that once they've written a Will, the job is done. But where your Will is stored is just as important as having one.

Without a valid, accessible Will:
⚠️ Your estate could be distributed according to the law—not your wishes.
⚠️ Your loved ones may face lengthy legal processes and additional expense.
⚠️ Family disagreements can arise when there is uncertainty.

A professionally prepared Will, stored securely and registered so it can be located when needed, provides peace of mind that your wishes can be followed when it matters most.

Don't leave your family's future to chance.

📞 If you'd like to discuss making a Will and/or ensuring your existing Will is stored safely and can be found when needed, get in touch today for a friendly, no-obligation conversation.

We all know that the cost of living is ever increasing, and many people are finding it hard to make ends meet.Have you e...
27/07/2026

We all know that the cost of living is ever increasing, and many people are finding it hard to make ends meet.

Have you ever thought about how a family would cope if there was a reduction in income, due to the death of a partner / loved one?

Take action now, to ensure that this doesn't happen to your loved ones.

What a Business Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is, Why it Matters, and How It Protects Your Business.A Business LPA saf...
21/07/2026

What a Business Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is, Why it Matters, and How It Protects Your Business.

A Business LPA safeguards your company if a director or shareholder loses mental capacity due to a health event like a stroke, dementia, or an accident.

Many small businesses are run by one to three directors or shareholders, so if one becomes incapacitated, who has the authority to run the business?

Without a Business LPA, the bank could freeze accounts, loans might be called in, and overdrafts withdrawn…. putting the business at risk of not being able to pay wages or collect invoices.

A Business LPA is similar to a personal LPA but focused solely on business matters. While a personal LPA might appoint family members to manage personal finances, a Business LPA designates someone with specific business experience, ensuring decisions are made by someone competent and dedicated solely to the company’s interests.

Why do many clients want both a personal and a business LPA? Often, the attorneys chosen for a personal LPA.. frequently family, don’t have the experience necessary to manage the business.
For businesses, it’s crucial that the designated attorney has the right expertise, potentially governed by a relevant professional body, and can make decisions in the best interest of the business without conflict with personal interests.

For most businesses, a Business LPA is as essential as having public liability insurance or professional indemnity insurance.

Many companies also take out key person insurance to pay out on the death of a main shareholder or director. But unlike other insurances, a Business LPA is a one time cost. Once completed, it remains in effect until circumstances change, like a shift in shareholdings or business structure, making it a lifetime document that provides lasting protection.

Finally, what's more, Business LPA’s are classed as a business expense 😀.

Get them done today; tomorrow might be too late.

Get in touch to book an appointment with myself - details below :

Tel : 07970 776935
WWW : garyowenwillsandestates.co.uk
E-mail : [email protected]

"I'm too young to need a Will."That's something I hear quite often.The reality is, I meet people in their 30s and 40s ev...
21/07/2026

"I'm too young to need a Will."

That's something I hear quite often.

The reality is, I meet people in their 30s and 40s every week who have children, a mortgage, pets and savings, but no Will.

A Will isn't about your age.

It's about making life easier for the people you'd leave behind.

If you've worked hard for what you have, it's worth taking a little time to make sure it's protected.

I'm based in Magor, Monmouthshire, and provide home visits across South Wales.

If you'd like to find out more, just send me a message.

Tel : 07970 776935

WWW : garyowenwillsandestates.co.uk

E-mail : [email protected]

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