Considering Contentious Probate – The Risk for the Non-Specialist
We are delighted to welcome this month’s speakers Tony Pearce and Mark Abrol to the next instalment of Certainty Expert Webinars.
Supermen Webinar 42 – How to get noticed and generate business within your local area
Karen Babington and Jonathan Coyle of Solve Legal Marketing There are now more options than ever before when it comes to promoting your business. Being smart with marketing ensures the success of your company, allowing you to attract more clients. Our guest speakers in our next Supermen Webinar will be Karen Babington and Jonathan Coyle […]
ILM in search of new CEO
The Institute of Legacy Management has announced that it is looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to work with the Board.
Because we’re worth it!
The Late Liliane Bettencourt was the world’s richest woman before she passed away at the age of 94. In 2017, Liliane had an estimated net worth of €33 Billion and was the icon of L’Oréal, one of the biggest cosmetic companies in France and indeed across the world. Two days after Liliane passed away, the […]
Renting retirees need ‘pension mountain’ to avoid fall in living standards
New research suggests that retirees who rent will need a £445,000 pension pot to maintain living standards.
Probate – You Only Live Twice?
As an underwriter, I first saw a presumption of death risk 20 years ago.
Under 55s more likely to donate to charity
Recent research has revealed that those aged under 55 are more likely to make a donation to charity than their older counterparts.
Number of employees contributing to workplace pensions sees significant growth
New research has revealed that just under three-quarters of employees now contribute to a workplace pension.
MPs question whether pension cold call ban goes far enough
There are concerns among MPs that the cold call ban will not protect consumers pensions from unregulated introducers who use face-to-face marketing methods.
Today’s Wills and Probate discuss key challenges at Fourth Roundtable
The fourth Today’s Wills and Probate Professional Roundtable took place yesterday, and the event did certainly not disappoint.
Most UK adults don’t have a Will
We all know how important it is to consolidate final wishes.
HMRC issue warning over tax rebate scams
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is urging consumers to stay alert to new and sophisticated tactics used by fraudsters.
The Case of the Torn Up Will
The Contentious Trusts and Probate Department at Meridian Private Client advise clients on the options available to them when a loved one passes away and they have been apparently disinherited or a family member is acting suspiciously to the client’s detriment.
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Probate Insurance We all remember the 1988 film, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels starring Michael Caine, or if you are a film buff (or of a certain age), the original 1964 version called Bedtime Story starring the debonair David Niven. Both films were comedies and told the story of con men using false identities to swindle unsuspecting […]
Solve set to attend key legal event
Solve Legal Marketing are excited to be exhibiting at the LAW2018 Roadshow next week.
Government urged to publish credible funding plan for care
Warnings have been issued that urgent action needs to be taken to sustain the care sector.
Care home group reimburses residents as part of CMA investigation into fees
The decision made by a care homes group to reimburse residents who paid upfront fees has been welcomed by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
Will Writing and regulation
There are two questions that I am regularly asked to comment on.; 1) at 67 and after 24 years as DG what is my exit strategy, or put more bluntly what happens with the Society should I suddenly drop dead? and 2) what is the future for Will Writers regarding regulation?
Tax proposals to support social care systems announced
People working beyond the state pension age could be required to pay a new ‘care tax’.
Keeping hold of area ties deters older homeowners from downsizing
Recent research suggests that as older UK homeowners want to maintain strong links to the area they’ve lived, they don’t want to downsize when their children leave home.
