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Did you know that once a lasting power of attorney (LPA) is registered, donors and attorneys can use it online. This means they don’t need to show the paper document to companies and organisations, making it quicker and easier to manage. There are many benefits to using the online service: - it’s quicker and easier for attorneys to support the donor as both can use the service - no need for multiple copies - allows organisations instant access to the summary so less waiting - all of the key information in one place - saves paper and postage - a safe and secure way to give organisations access and track where the LPA has been shared

A H&W LPA gives authority to make decisions on your behalf, such as exercise, dietary requirements, medical or dental care, and decisions on life-sustaining treatment. Where the donor lives, i.e. relocation into a care home or sheltered accommodation.

A P&F LPA allows the authority to make decisions on your behalf, such as Managing bank accounts, paying bills, claiming income and benefits, and buying, selling or repairing property.

When creating Lasting Powers of Attorney, the people you choose to act on your behalf are called ‘Attorneys’. This article outlines key considerations in choosing attorneys.

The importance of LPAs. An infographic from the Office of the Public Guardian.

The certificate provider is crucial in establishing an LPA. This impartial individual safeguards the donor's interests by ensuring their understanding and willingness when creating the LPA.

Once you and your attorneys receive the Registered LPA you are advised to activate it online. This is a step-by-step walkthrough of the process.

There are several options for paying the Office Of The Public Guardian (OPG) registration fees. This is a step-by-step walkthrough of the payment process. Fern Wills & LPAs provide an all-inclusive service that includes covering all OPG fees, postage, and correspondence. Some clients may prefer to pay the OPG fees themselves. This article is designed to support all our Power of Attorney clients.

Understanding how Property & Finance LPAs work in relation to selling and buying property.

Do you feel lucky enough to gamble your house and life savings? Or are you going to call Fern Wills, talk it through over a cup of coffee and avoid the 8 most common errors in Wills and the 23 most common errors in LPAs?

Court of Protection Deputyship and Power of Attorney are two different legal terms that you should be aware of. It's important to determine which one you actually need before you move forward with anything.

The Office Of Public Guardian (OPG) estimates that approximately 10,000 LPAs per month are completed incorrectly. Thousands more were found to have errors when they were attempted to be used.