The Importance Of Regulatory Understanding

The Importance Of Regulatory Understanding

The majority of people using the Inheritance Tax (IHT) and Probate Application services are left feeling bewildered, confused and overwhelmed according to the recent report carried out by the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS).   The changes to the Probate application system were set to come into force on 27th November, whilst the fee changes […]

Unreasonable Variable Equity Release Exit Fees Sting Consumers

Unreasonable Variable Equity Release Exit Fees Sting Consumers

Equity release loans have been an increasingly popular funding method for those in later life. Lucky home owners that have lived in their property for a significant amount of time have enjoyed huge increases in its value. Those that are property rich but cash poor have taken advantage of the fact that loans do not […]

The Increasing Exploitation Of Vulnerable People By Attorneys and Deputies

, with a Northern Ireland study reporting a figure of 21% of respondents.

The threat to the elderly from those who have been trusted to look after them is growing. As the older population expands, along with mental incapacity, evidence shows that financial abuse of this vulnerable group is also on the increase. Charity Age UK says that 130,000 over-65s in the UK have suffered financial abuse, with […]