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Wills, Probate & Trust

Myth Busting Mondays

Written by Peter Durham

Monday, June 12, 2023

See saw with the word myth on one side and facts on the other

Monday, June 12, 2023

👊 Myth Busting Mondays! 👊

Check out the third in a new series of weekly vlogs by Peter Durham from Samuel Phillips Law’s Wills, Probate and Trusts Team.

Today’s myth to be busted is:
“I’ve heard of something called the ‘Seven Year Rule’ whereby if I put my property into trust, as long as I don’t have to go into care within those 7 years it’ll be safe – is this correct?”

Watch on ………

Written by Peter Durham, Associate - Wills, Probate & Trusts

Peter has had experience with will drafting, administration of estates, powers of attorney and court of protection matters. He is keen to work alongside clients to assist and guide them with these delicate and emotive matters.

0191 255 0233

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