Plan with LPAs

Keep your LPAs reliable and ready to use. We confirm attorneys, registration, and guidance are current, with a clear summary of any updates to consider.

Step-by-step guide to activating and using your LPA online. Learn about activation keys, access codes, and how to share your LPA securely with banks, doctors, and other organisations.

Guidance for attorneys and deputies in England & Wales on making gifts: what’s allowed on customary occasions, how to assess “reasonable,” when Court of Protection approval is required, and the latest 2025 update on family care payments.

Real-life stories show how families can run into serious problems without a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Discover the risks and see how an LPA keeps things legal, simple, and stress-free.

Step-by-step guide to cancelling a Lasting Power of Attorney in England & Wales, covering unregistered vs registered LPAs, revocation process, and OPG requirements.

Martin Lewis has called a Lasting Power of Attorney “more important than a will.” Here’s why LPAs matter at any age, what happens without one, and how real families have been affected.

A clear, practical guide answering the 30 most frequently asked questions about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) in England and Wales — covering costs, registration, attorneys, and common concerns.

Many people worry about making a Power of Attorney, but most concerns are based on myths. This article explains common fears, the legal safeguards in place, and real-life examples that show why an LPA is a safe and reassuring choice.

Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs) were replaced by LPAs in 2007 but remain valid if made before that date. Find out what they cover, how to register them, and whether you should consider replacing one with an LPA.

Learn how a General Power of Attorney (GPA) works, when it’s useful, and how it compares to a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Includes real examples, pros and cons, FAQs, and myth-busting advice.

A clear guide to the Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney – when it starts, what it covers, and why it’s essential for future care decisions.

A straightforward guide to the Property & Financial Affairs Lasting Power of Attorney—what it covers, when it applies, and how it ensures your finances and property are protected.

Do you feel lucky without an LPA? Discover why leaving your future to chance could risk your home, savings, and family security – and how an LPA gives you control.

How a Letter of Wishes can support attorneys under an LPA, when it helps, and when it may be unnecessary.

The 101 most common LPA mistakes — from missing pages & wrong signatures to unworkable attorney choices — showing why professional preparation prevents rejection, delay & family stress.

A complete guide to the top 30 questions about Lasting Powers of Attorney in England & Wales — including costs, deputyship risks, Martin Lewis advice, and common myths.

Discover the five main types of Power of Attorney, from LPAs to GPAs, and learn how each can protect you, your family, or your business.

Real stories from Martin Lewis, Dom Littlewood, and Kate Garraway show why having a Power of Attorney is essential — often more important than a Will.