DIY Probate - Do I need a solicitor to apply for Probate? With an increasing amount of personal applications to the Probate Registry, a new online service has been introduced by HM Courts and Tribunal Services. The service will initially only be available for executors acting alone who have a copy of the original Will, any … [Read more...] about DIY Probate – Do I need a solicitor to apply for Probate?
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Lasting Powers of Attorney are not just for old people – Price freeze until 31st August 2017
If you know anything about Lasting Powers of Attorney, you probably think they are something you might need when you’re older and close to losing the ability to make your own decisions. Our advice is that you should think about signing Lasting Powers of Attorney now, whatever your age. Here are some reasons not to put it … [Read more...] about Lasting Powers of Attorney are not just for old people – Price freeze until 31st August 2017
Ann McCabe Solicitors Chosen Charities
There are so many good causes to choose from. It was hard to choose one so I've chosen two fantastic local charities. I've met those closely involved and they are passionate about supporting local families. Our Space - Staffs Ltd The North Staffs Special Adventure Playground on Stanier Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme closed … [Read more...] about Ann McCabe Solicitors Chosen Charities
New Probate Fees : A Tax on Death by the Back Door?
New Probate Fees - A tax on death by the back door? The Residential Nil Rate Band First, the good news about inheritance tax: from 6th April 2017, there shall be an additional Residential Nil Rate Band on estates starting at £100,000 for deaths in the tax year to April 2018 rising by a sliding scale to £175,000 for deaths in the … [Read more...] about New Probate Fees : A Tax on Death by the Back Door?
Free Legal Advice Clinic Wednesday 23rd November 2016
Free Legal Advice Clinic Wednesday 23rd November 2016 Ann McCabe offers free legal advice over the telephone at any time. However, you may prefer to meet her face to face to answer your questions. Sometimes people just need a brief chat to get an idea about what is involved before deciding to instruct a solicitor or may just … [Read more...] about Free Legal Advice Clinic Wednesday 23rd November 2016
Emma Paxton joins Ann McCabe Solicitors
Emma Paxton joined Ann McCabe Solicitors on 31st October as a trainee Legal Executive specialising in Wills and Probate. Here we are about to enjoy an afternoon tea from HCL Cakes - Helen's Country Larder … [Read more...] about Emma Paxton joins Ann McCabe Solicitors
Is anyone still listening to the Archers? Arrangements for Children
Is anyone still listening to the Archers? Arrangements for children If you read my first article on the subject, you’ll know that I have given up listening to the Archers, after nearly 30 years of loyalty – the sound of Rob Titchener’s voice turns my stomach. But I have crept back and find that Archers’ plotlines resemble a … [Read more...] about Is anyone still listening to the Archers? Arrangements for Children
Buying a House after Separation
New developments in the mortgage market that make buying a house easier I’m a solicitor not a financial adviser so this article shall be brief. An issue I deal with all the time is buying another house after separation and affording two houses rather than one. Raising a 25 year or even 15 year mortgage second time round can be … [Read more...] about Buying a House after Separation
DIY Divorce
As Gary Lineker recently told the press, you don't need a solicitor to get divorced. He's right. But it was his second divorce so he had a much better idea than first time round as to what was involved. Don't pay for an online divorce. You'll basically be paying extra for something you'll have to pay the court for anyway. … [Read more...] about DIY Divorce
Is anyone still listening to the Archers? Part 1
Domestic Abuse Victims Sacrificed on the Altar of Drama For nearly 30 years I was content to have the Archers on the radio burbling in the background about the day to day life of ordinary farming folk while I got on with my daily life. But since Rob came to Ambridge two and a half years ago, I have found it increasingly hard to … [Read more...] about Is anyone still listening to the Archers? Part 1