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Bowsers Click here for a quick Conveyancing quote https://www.bowsers.co.uk/conveyancing-fee-calculator From here we provide a range of legal services.

Bowsers are a firm of local solicitors in Cambridgeshire, working from our offices in Wisbech and March.

A Will and a Lasting Power of Attorney are among the most important documents you can have. But if you haven't reviewed ...
18/06/2026

A Will and a Lasting Power of Attorney are among the most important documents you can have. But if you haven't reviewed them in years, they may no longer reflect your circumstances.

Estate planning in later life often raises issues that simply didn't apply when you first made your Will.

▫️You might now be managing a second marriage or blended family.

▫️Perhaps you have stepchildren or vulnerable beneficiaries who need protection.

▫️A family business or farm may need succession planning.

▫️Or, care costs may be a growing concern.

Each of these factors can influence how your estate should be structured to achieve your goals and provide for those you love.

Drop a like if you agree, and save this as a reminder to review your arrangements if you haven't done so recently 🙌

1 in 8 men experience depression, yet men are less likely to seek help or speak openly about their struggles. Men's Heal...
15/06/2026

1 in 8 men experience depression, yet men are less likely to seek help or speak openly about their struggles.

Men's Health Week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of mental health support and open conversation.

If you're going through a difficult time, navigating separation, dealing with a family dispute, facing business challenges, or managing major life changes, talking to someone is a vital first step.

This might be a trusted friend, a counsellor, or a professional who can help you work through the issue.

At Bowsers, we support clients through some of life's most challenging moments.

Follow our page for guidance on family matters, workplace issues, and future planning.

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about Simon and our conveyancing service 🌟Getting the right solicit...
12/06/2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about Simon and our conveyancing service 🌟

Getting the right solicitor when selling your home makes all the difference. We're delighted you found dealing with Simon polite, knowledgeable and helpful throughout your sale!

If you're a carer in the UK, your own planning often gets pushed to the back. You may be managing finances for a vulnera...
10/06/2026

If you're a carer in the UK, your own planning often gets pushed to the back.

You may be managing finances for a vulnerable person, making healthcare decisions, or supporting someone through significant life transitions. This often means your own estate planning gets overlooked, even though it becomes more crucial when you have dependent responsibilities.

Our private client team gives practical, sensitive advice to individuals and families across Cambridgeshire on legal, inheritance tax, and personal considerations that come with protecting your estate.

Throughout Carers Week, take time to consider your own arrangements. Your loved ones will benefit from knowing you're protected too 🙌

If you have a beneficiary who lacks mental capacity, has addiction issues, is financially vulnerable, or receives means-...
03/06/2026

If you have a beneficiary who lacks mental capacity, has addiction issues, is financially vulnerable, or receives means-tested benefits, leaving them a direct inheritance in your Will could cause more harm than good.

A direct inheritance might disqualify them from benefits they rely on, be mismanaged due to a lack of capacity, or be vulnerable to financial exploitation by others. This is where protective trusts become essential.

Protective trusts can:

• Ensure funds are managed responsibly on behalf of the beneficiary
• Protect means-tested benefits eligibility
• Provide ongoing support without giving direct access to large sums
• Safeguard assets from potential exploitation or poor financial decisions
• Give trustees discretion to provide for changing needs over time

Trusts can be set up within your Will (testamentary trusts) or during your lifetime, depending on your circumstances. The trustees you appoint will manage the assets and make distributions in accordance with the terms you set out, always acting in the beneficiary's best interests.

This type of planning requires careful consideration of tax implications, trustee selection, and the specific needs of the vulnerable person. However, it provides peace of mind that your loved one will be provided for appropriately after you're gone.

Get in touch to discuss protecting your loved ones through your estate planning: https://bit.ly/4u5wpXw

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈Throughout June, we celebrate diversity, equality, and inclusion. At Bowsers Solicitors, we're co...
01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

Throughout June, we celebrate diversity, equality, and inclusion. At Bowsers Solicitors, we're committed to providing welcoming, inclusive legal services to everyone in our community.

After many years of dedicated service, Sally Goddard is retiring from Bowsers Solicitors.Sally has been an invaluable me...
29/05/2026

After many years of dedicated service, Sally Goddard is retiring from Bowsers Solicitors.

Sally has been an invaluable member of our team, supporting clients and colleagues with professionalism, warmth, and unwavering commitment. Her contribution to the firm over the years has been immeasurable.

From all of us at Bowsers, thank you, Sally, for everything you've done. We wish you a very happy, well-deserved retirement, filled with relaxation, adventure, and all the things you've been looking forward to.

You'll be greatly missed! 🎉

26/05/2026

You can't challenge a Will simply because you disagree with it. Only certain people can contest a Will, and they must have valid legal grounds.

The eight grounds include:

🔹Lack of valid ex*****on
🔹Lack of testamentary capacity
🔹Undue influence or coercion
🔹Lack of knowledge and approval
🔹Fraudulent circumstances
🔹Rectification or professional negligence
🔹Inadequate financial provision
🔹Proprietary estoppel.

Proving whether any of these circumstances occurred can be difficult, and time limits may apply depending on the type of claim.

Seeking specialist legal guidance early is essential before challenging a Will.

Our contentious Probate team in March and Wisbech can assess your situation and explain your legal options clearly.

Save this for reference if you need it 📌

Thank you for trusting us with your late aunt's estate and for taking the time to recommend our services.Our Probate tea...
22/05/2026

Thank you for trusting us with your late aunt's estate and for taking the time to recommend our services.

Our Probate team in March and Wisbech is here to guide families through every stage of estate administration with sensitivity and care.

These are two distinct stages in the conveyancing process, and understanding the difference is essential when buying or ...
20/05/2026

These are two distinct stages in the conveyancing process, and understanding the difference is essential when buying or selling property.

The exchange of contracts marks the point at which a conveyancing transaction becomes legally binding. Contracts are exchanged between the buyer's and seller's solicitors, and a deposit (usually 10% of the purchase price) is transferred from the buyer to the seller. Once contracts are exchanged, both parties are legally committed to the transaction. If either party pulls out after the exchange, they face significant financial penalties.

Completion usually takes place a few weeks later and marks the property's official change of ownership. On completion day, the remaining balance of the purchase price is transferred, keys are handed over, and you can move in. This is the day you become the legal owner of the property.

The gap between exchange and completion gives both parties time to finalise arrangements, organise removals, and ensure all funds are in place. In some cases, exchange and completion can happen on the same day, though this is less common and requires careful coordination.

For more detailed information about the conveyancing process, read our Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Home here: https://bit.ly/4swJebZ

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PE131JL

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