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Lasting Power of Attorney

Lasting Power of Attorney

Planning ahead to make sure your loved ones are taken care of after you’ve gone is something that is important to many. But have you thought about making plans to safeguard your own welfare and finances during your lifetime?

Whilst it can be difficult to imagine a time when you might be unable to make your own decisions, life can from time to time thrown a curve ball, so it is vital to be ready by appointing someone you trust to take care of your best interests should you become unable to do so. A Lasting Power of Attorney will legally enable you to do just that.

Since 1969, Partridge Muir & Warren has been taking care of the financial and estate planning needs of the people of Surrey. Something we always recommend to our clients when planning their estates is making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Because putting the best interests of our clients first has always been of paramount importance to us here at PMW.

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    Why are Lasting Powers of Attorney so important?

    It is not something anyone likes to think about but, in reality, the risk of losing mental capacity is not something to overlook. Whether it is due to the ageing process, or a result of accident or illness, if you lose the ability to make important financial and welfare related decisions and there is no one legally appointed to take the reins on your behalf, then those decisions will fall to the court. Unfortunately, this can make things difficult, time consuming and also costly for your family.

    A Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to appoint a trusted person, your ‘attorney’, to make decisions for you that fall in line with your wishes and best interests. There are two types of LPA.

    A Health and Welfare LPA grants your attorney the power to make decisions about the likes of medical care, long term care, life sustaining treatment and daily routine. This type of LPA can only be used when you become unable to make your own decisions.

    A Property and Financial Affairs LPA allows your attorney to make decisions about money and property. These may include managing bank and building society accounts, collecting pension and benefits payments, paying bills and selling or renting out your home. This LPA can be used as soon as it is registered with the Office of the Public Guardian and with your permission, or at a time you stipulate when making it.
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    Why choose PMW for your Lasting Power of Attorney?

    PMW has been recognised by the financial planning industry for its expertise across all aspects of financial advice and estate planning by an array of awards and repeat accolades.

    The City of London Wealth Management Award has been presented to us for two consecutive years, acknowledging our quality of service. We have also been named Wealth Manager of the Year Southern England following votes from our clients and the public and, in addition, have been presented with the title of Best UK Independent Adviser by Advisory HQ for the past four years.
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    What our clients say

    • One of PMW’s underlying strengths is that every client is treated as an individual and the company ensures that it offers a specialised service tailored to the client’s needs and not one based on a ‘one size fits all’ approach. I have used PMW for over 35 years and therefore observed, at close hand, the increasing sophistication of their analytical investment approach which has resulted in wise and appropriate choices of suitable investment products, and I have been very pleased with the returns obtained.  Indeed, I have recommended them to friends which, of course, is the ultimate test of a client’s satisfaction.

      Mr Mayer

    • Partridge Muir and Warren’s approach has always been a friendly, helpful and informative one. l am very happy to be part of the PMW family.

      Mr and Mrs Morriss

    • I have been with PMW for seven years and they have always been very professional, easy to work with and courteous. Most importantly, they cover every aspect of our financial necessities and have achieved our investment goals and objectives. They are exactly what retired investors need. Very professional but in a most pleasant way. Our meetings are always very enjoyable and I look forward to them.

      Mr Keane

    • I first met Simon Lewis at a pre-retirement seminar run by my employer in mid ‘90s. It was my first experience of wealth management and at that time had little surplus wealth to invest, but I signed up. I retired after a career which included long periods on contract working outside UK, and so I have neither a full state pension, nor a maximum employer’s pension. Management of our savings is thus of great importance, as regular withdrawals provide a top up to our income. Over the years we have learnt more about PMW and Simon, who is now CEO, and have come to trust their investment philosophy. It is completely tailored to our requirements, as a result of in depth and regular discussion with us. PMW have what I regard as an intensive doubting style. They do not take potential investment funds at face value, but dig under the surface to determine whether the fund is sound, before investing. They also ensure that the fund continues to perform. Not only are we able to withdraw a regular income from our savings and achieve an agreed, and satisfactory, capital appreciation, but we have also called on our funds from time to time to buy a larger item such as a new car, and the funds have been released and available quickly. We have no hesitation in recommending PMW to you. Our funds are managed prudently and professionally and we have confidence that they will manage your funds in the same way.

      Dr and Mrs Hood

    • You have looked after me extremely well over the years and have always been approachable, helpful and easy to talk to. Thank you.

      Mrs Watts

    • Many thanks for your continued patience and understanding, which is much appreciated.

      Mrs Crump

    • We can’t thank you enough for this. I know your presence ​alone has been of great comfort to my mother; your expertise is clearly huge and so useful to us at this difficult time.

      Anonymous

    • Your help and guidance was most invaluable and very much appreciated in this respect, as it was all way beyond my understanding of these matters. You have been extremely patient and understanding throughout the whole procedure. I cannot thank you enough for all that you have done for me – you were wonderful.

      Ms Faulkner

    • “We can rely on PMW’s guidance and knowledge with the various markets. Whilst I take a bird’s-eye view of what is going on in markets, it is reassuring that we know that PMW can deliver an in-depth view – that over time has proved to be successful”

      Mr and Mrs Boyd

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    Frequently asked questions

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    Can’t I just leave making an LPA until when it’s needed?
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    Unfortunately, by the time mental capacity has been lost, it is too late to make an LPA. Lasting Powers of Attorney must be made when clear mental capacity is apparent, so that the choice of who to appoint to make those vital decisions on your behalf is made coherently.
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    Who should I appoint as attorney?
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    Your chosen attorney, or attorneys, should be people you trust to make the right decisions for you that fall in line with your best interests and wishes. You can appoint one or more attorneys to act either jointly (both most agree on decisions), or jointly and severally (either or can make a decision). You can also appoint a replacement attorney to take over should your first choice become unable to act.

    Attorneys can only act under an LPA once they are registered with the Office of the Public Guardian.

    If an appointed attorney becomes bankrupt or subject to a debt relief order, then they will be unable to act for financial decisions. This will not affect a Health and Welfare EPA.
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    Can you act as my attorney?
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    If you feel there is no one else you trust to act as your attorney under an LPA, then you may appoint PMW to act for you. Your best interests and wishes will always be at the forefront of our considerations when making decisions on your behalf.

    We can also professionally support any family or friends you appoint as attorney should they need help in carrying out their duties.
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    I made an Enduring Power of Attorney years ago. Is it still valid?
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    When the Mental Capacity Act 2005 came into force on 1 October 2007, the Lasting Power of Attorney replaced the Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA). However, any valid EPA made before 1 October 2007 remains as such.

    If you do have an EPA though, it is wise to discuss your current circumstances and wishes with a legal expert, in case it would be beneficial to revoke your EPA and replace it with an LPA. You may also wish to consider making a Health and Welfare LPA to complement your EPA so that your attorneys have the power to make health and welfare decisions as well as financial ones.

    Would you like to learn more about the benefits of Lasting Powers of Attorney?

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