Aspects of the Dilnot Commission are incorporated into the Care Act 2015, including a "cap" on care costs and an increase in the asset threshold. Will this help you? The Government's "smoke and mirrors" approach to this is exposed!
Underpinning the funding elements of the Care Act 2014 are "Eligible Care Needs", which are explored in this article.
In this article I introduce the Deferred Payment Scheme ("Equity Release" offered by the Local Authority in lieu of selling Granny's home to pay for her care).
If you are needing help with deciding what is the right care package for you or a loved-one this article introduces you to MySupportBroker, who can do all the leg-work for you and probably save you money into the bargain.
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No, whilst a thorough working knowledge of all personal tax rules and regulations is an essential part of my role, neither I nor Wren Sterling, will prepare a Self Assessment Tax Return or give detailed tax advice. Such work will be outsourced to a suitably qualified professional. I am happy to work with existing Accountants […]
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No, I am a highly experienced financial planner and am able to advise people in all walks of life on every aspect of their financial affairs. However, my areas of expertise are more suited to people who are at or post-retirement, so this is sector I focus on. Generally, I only take on Clients under […]
Since 31 December 2012 all independent financial advisers have been required by the Regulator to charge fees for their advice rather than receiving commission from product providers (other than mortgages and life assurance). An initial consultation and a subsequent discussion document are at the expense of Wren Sterling. If, thereafter, regulated financial advice is required, […]
Wren Sterling describe themselves in the following terms: “Wren Sterling is a forward-thinking and confident UK-wide independent financial advisory business, founded in 2007. We navigate our clients through often complex markets that change frequently, by taking the time to understand their unique situation and advise from a completely independent standpoint.In the personal finance market, Wren […]
This site only intends to provide generic information on financial issues relevant to people in the post-retirement sector. If you want specific financial advice, I will respond to your request in my capacity as a salaried Adviser with Wren Sterling Financial Planning Limited (Wren Sterling). Wren Sterling is a national independent financial adviser, authorised and regulated […]
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