Category: wills

Local Talks on issues affecting the Elderly

  Talk 28th May 201 @ 7 p.m.   Geraldine Conaghan apologies to all of Burt’s Women’s Group for her failure to attend the March meeting, as she was under the impression dates and time had to be confirmed.  She is happy to attend the May meeting and deal with the queries received dealing mostly

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U. K. Lasting Powers of Attorney

There is no reciprocal agreement between the UK Office of the Court of Protection and Ireland ‘s High Court Wards of Court Office  regarding UK Lasting Powers of Attorney and Irish Enduring Powers of Attorney.  With regard to all foreign Powers, it is a matter for the individual  institutions (e.g., the Bank) in this jurisdiction

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Additional 10 Common MISTAKES in Will drafting

Not telling people where your Will is located – they are often never found, or an old Will is thought to be current Not making provision for the division of the residue of the estate, including gifts that fail. You may believe you have dealt with all your property but if a beneficiary predeceases you,

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WILLS: – TOP 10 common mistakes

It can be the little things that lead to difficulties in proving your Will and bring your family into conflict after you are gone to your eternal reward. These include: Not keeping your Will up to date. You should update your Will as circumstances change. For example, marriage revokes a Will. Not making adequate provision

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WHO SHOULD MAKE A WILL?

If you are over 18, (or if married, over 16) and have property or children, you should make a Will. A Will is the record of your wishes in respect of how you want your affairs dealt with and who you want to inherit all your worldly goods (your estate). It must be considered on

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FAIR DEAL FOR LONG TERM CARE?

The  ‘Fair Deal’ Nursing Homes Support Scheme provides financial support for people who need long-term nursing home. Under the scheme, the patient makes a contribution towards the cost of care and the State will pay the balance, whether the nursing home is public, private or voluntary. The first step is an application for a Care

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