How to Give Yourself Peace of Mind....In Case the Worst Should Happen to You

Have you got elderly parents? Worried about your ability to cope as you get older? Into dangerous sports? History of Alzheimer’s or dementia in the family?

If this is you – or even if it isn’t! – you need a back-up plan in case things go wrong. If there is any mental or physical reason why you can’t handle your finances, who will do it for you?

There is a legal document that lets you choose someone you trust to take care of things for you. But changes in the law soon mean that the person you nominate could have more power than you ever intended. From April 2007, a new more complicated, untested system comes in to play.

As well as being able to pay your bills, deal with your banking and pick up your pension, under the new Lasting Powers of Attorney, they could decide where you live, even if that’s not what you want.

New rules will also mean that the courts are involved right from the start. Make an EPA now and avoid this extra cost and complication. Speak to your solicitor today………while you still can.