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The importance of planning for the future

The importance of planning for the future

Writing a Will is one of the easiest ways to take control of your future, yet a staggering two out of three Scots do not have anything binding in place meaning their wishes may never be followed. 

In this webinar specialist Private Client solicitors Sue Arrowsmith Rodger and Lauren McIntosh talk through the steps you can take to ensure your legacy is protected for the future. 

This webinar covers the important topics of: 

  • Make a legally sound Will to ensure your wishes are met
  • Instructing Power of Attorney to stay in control and avoid your family facing legal complications.  
  • Navigating Inheritance Tax & asset protection particularly important in light of changes to tax requirements following Rachel Reeve’s Autumn Budget.
  • Planning ahead for care home costs without financial surprises. With the average cost of nursing home care in Scotland reaching £1,410 per week, we will talk you through the options and myths surrounding care home planning.
     

Your questions answered.

During the webinar, a number of questions we raised. These questions have been answered here by Sue and Lauren to help provide additional information and context to family situations and individual circumstances. 

Contact us

If the webinar has left you with questions about your own or your family's circumstances we would be delighted to meet with you to discuss your needs. Book an appointment with a member of the Private Client team on 03330 430350. Alternatively, contact our webinar speakers

Sue Arrowsmith Rodger
01334 468622
sarrowsmithrodger@thorntons-law.co.uk
Lauren McIntosh 
01334 784842
laurenmcintosh@thorntons-law.co.uk

Broadcast: 20 March 2025. The content in this webinar, guidance and advice provided by the host, is correct at the time of broadcast. If you are watching a recording after the broadcast date please contact us for the most up to 5date guidance and advice on this topic.

About the hosts

Sue Arrowsmith Rodger
Sue Arrowsmith Rodger

Sue Arrowsmith Rodger

Legal Director

Wills, Trusts & Succession

Lauren McIntosh
Lauren McIntosh

Lauren McIntosh

Senior Solicitor

Wills, Trusts & Succession

Rachel Anderson
Rachel Anderson

Rachel Anderson

Partner

Wills, Trusts & Succession

For more information, contact Sue Arrowsmith Rodger or any member of the Wills, Trusts & Succession team on +44 1334 468622.