Tag: probate
How to remove a caveat?
It has recently been made possible to apply for a caveat online which has led to a surge in entries. However, it is altogether more challenging to remove a caveat. Here we investigate the processes and options available. What is a caveat? A caveat is a notice used to prevent a grant of probate from... Read more »
Dealing with the death of a loved one
Losing a loved one is a terribly sad time and can be made even more upsetting and stressful when you are left to deal with sorting out your loved one’s affairs. As a later life solicitor, I am often asked many questions around probate and where to start. I understand this is a stressful time... Read more »
Beware of misleading Property Protection Trusts
Products claiming to protect assets from care fees are sometimes too good to be true. Most people are responsible for the cost of their care if their assets exceed £23,250 (although the home may sometimes be disregarded). Due to worries about the cost of care, I’m often asked how to protect assets in order to... Read more »
The sad case of Mrs T
This is based on a real life case study and highlights the importance of having a Lasting Power of Attorney in place. Mrs T was a widow in her eighties and was in the process of selling her large family home in order to purchase a smaller, more manageable retirement property. Solicitors were dealing with... Read more »