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Key PointsWhen people make standard Wills they usually leave

everything to the surviving partner and then to their

children. It may, however, come as a surprise to

know that your children could end up with very little,

or even nothing at all. This may happen if one or

both of the parties need residential care.

•If you have total assets, i.e. your home contents,

money, investments et cetera, in excess of £23,500,

you will have to pay for your care costs.

•If your assets total between £14,500 - £23,500 you

will be required to make a contribution from capital

and income.

As a result, your family home may be lost in order to

fund care costs.

How can I secure or protect my property?

Setting up a Protective Property Will or Property

Trust Will is certainly something to consider. Most

couples have their property in joint names and many

with a survivorship destination. This means that if

one dies the property will automatically pass to the

survivor. Should the survivor have to go into care,

the whole of the property may be sold to pay for care

fees.

Our recommendation

•We recommend evacuating the survivorship

destination so that the property is owned in equal

shares. This means that you each own a one half

share in the property.

•You can then enter into a Will so that on first death

your entire Estate does not pass to the survivor, but

you ensure that the one half share of the property

falls to, say, your children, who would normally be

your end beneficiaries.

•They then agree to hold the property in trust during

the surviving parent’s lifetime, and possibly grant a

life rent agreement confirming the position.

•On the death of the second parent, the remaining

one half share falls to the children. This effectively

“ring fences” one half of the value of the house.

•We recommend acting early. To wait and not take

action until just before a person requires care may be

seen as deprivation of assets.

In summary, this simple arrangement means that a

surviving spouse never owns 100% of the property,

but he or she has a life interest to still live in the

property. The local authority will therefore have

difficulty in seizing the property. Accordingly, at

worst only the one half share of the property would

be means tested. It has already been shown in

England that local authorities are reluctant to put a

charge over a one half share of the property, as it is

very difficult to determine the value.

We take the view that this is very effective way of

protecting if not your property, then your parents’

property. If anyone has any interest in pursuing this,

we would be pleased to speak to you.

Please feel free to contact us at

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Hello my name is David Watt, probably best known for my mortgage and overseas purchase advice but over the last few years i have had an ever increasing number of clients and friends who have had just no where else to turn as debt has raised its ugly head and life seems to be not the way it should be.

Those clients and friends range from successful business people where the current financial climate has taken its toll to just Mr or Mrs Smith where credit was too readily available and its now caught up.

Please read on and i hope this can be of some assistance to creating a happy future.

Step 1, Acknowledge your debts.

Even something as simple as reading this article is a positive start to dealing with debt.It means you have admitted that you are struggling and started seeking solutions.You have the right attitude and by taking further steps you can climb out of debt.

Step 2, List your income and expenses.

You need to know exactly where you are so list all debts and total income but please do not work on min payments to credit cards as you are only delaying future problem.

Step 3 ,Maximise your income

You may be eligible for government entitlements such as:

Job seekers allowance,child tax credits,Income support,Incapacity or disablement benefits or maybe something as simple as making sure you are paying the correct tax so check your tax code.

Step 4, Make cutbacks to reduce your expenses

Now comes the hard part.Its time to look at your spending and work out where you can make savings. A few small changes can cut your expenses significantly .Here are some ideas,

Transport, take the train or bus when going into town, saves parking ,fuel and wear and tear to

your vehicle,Take a packed lunch to work, its also much healthier,Cook from scratch rather than ready made meals,Switch household utility suppliers if you spend time putting thought into savings you will be amazed on what you come up with.

Step 5, Prioritise your debts.

Once you know where you are financially its time to prioritise your debts, you may now have realised your fighting a loosing battle so some creditors, mortgage etc must be taken care of first the remainder we to list in order of interest rate charged and pay most to the most expensive.

Step 6, Contact your creditors

By this stage you should have your financial statement and your list of priority and non priority debts with the amounts you intend to pay. Its time to start negotiating with your creditors.

Start by writing a letter to each creditor that says your finding things tough and giving them reasons why this has came about.

Your creditors will normally respond em pathetically and discuss options with you,

Step 7 , Work out your long term strategy

This is the main area i can help with, i can make arrangements to visit you at home, go through all that you have done up to now and if all the above fails then i will explain what government backed schemes that are in place to help,

It could be Debt Arrangement Schemes where interest is frozen, Trust deeds where one simple payment each month for 3 to 5 yrs means debt free or sequestration, all of the above i will write more about in the next Life In publications.

I do hope the above has been helpful and if i can be of any further assistance or to arrange a no obligation visit to your home, please call me on 07867417584

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Soya milk 'protects the liver' from dangerous build-up of fat

A team from the University of Illinois found soy protein, may reduce the build-up of harmful fat in the liver.

Scientists in the US compared the livers of lean and obese rats fed a diet containing either milk or soy protein.

No differences were seen in lean animals. But obese rats fed soy showed a 20 per cent reduction in overall levels of fat accumulation in the liver.

Triglycerides, a type of fat known to be harmful to the heart, were reduced by the same level.

This means soya could protect against 'fatty liver disease', a condition linked to obesity that can lead to liver failure.

Stop being a wimp! Pain IS good for you: How the dreaded sensation plays a crucial role in keeping us

alive

The well-known phrase, ‘no pain, no gain’ is more true than we ever thought.

Every year we spend millions of pounds trying to save ourselves from feeling pain, be it a throbbing headache or the excruciating agony of acute illnesses such as heart attacks and angina.

But scientists are realising how the dreaded sensation actually plays a crucial role in keeping us alive, by setting off hidden healing processes when we suffer heart attacks, and preventing chronic diseases such as arthritis breaking out.

British scientists have discovered that the intense pain suffered during a heart attack may actually be helping to save people’s lives. Blocking it with powerful drugs may worsen the victim’s chances of survival, according to the investigators at Bristol University.

They have found that during a heart attack, pain signals from cardiac nerves help to attract stem cells from bone marrow to repair damage, and restore blood flow after a clot has starved the heart of

oxygen-carrying blood. The investigations were first done on mice, and then with human patients.

How a glass of red wine could PREVENT you from putting on weightIf you want to avoid gaining weight, it may be time to ditch the skipping rope and grab a corkscrew instead.

Experts from Purdue University, Indiana, USA have found a compound in red wine that can help control obesity.

The substance, piceatannol, delays the generation of young fat cells and prevents them from growing into mature ones.

It is also thought to protect the body from heart and neurodegenerative diseases, as well as cancer.

The compound blocks insulin’s ability to activate genes that carry out further stages of fat cell formation.

The agent found in wine is also thought to protect the body from heart and neurodegenerative diseases and cancer.

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The Music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

In this remarkable production Let’s Hang On takes you on a musical journey through the prolific career of one of the most successful bands of all time” Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons”

You will hear the story of these blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote there own songs invented there own sound and took the world by storm all before the age of 30…

The whole show leads up to an electrifying finale when out come the retro red jackets and you hear that legendary falsetto vocal blow the roof off with “Rag Doll, Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Big Girls Don’t Cry…

This really is a must see show for all the family so book your tickets now

Time: 7.30pm

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With our business fleet policies there is no young driver excess; this contrasts sharply with most fleet policies where there would be, hard-to-shift age-related excesses payable by the customer. Our insurance provider doesn’t penalise in this way and this can mean significant savings for customers.

Similarly, our preferred provider ensures that there is no excess payable on damaged windscreen claims, another unusual feature in the fleet insurance field as any fleet administrator will tell you.

In addition, through Moreland, and again most unusually, customers can enjoy a free GAP insurance period which this covers the “gap” on leased vehicles between their pre-accident value and any early settlement figure should the vehicle be written off.

Taken individually, not one of these three benefits are readily available in the wider car fleet market; with Moreland customers can enjoy all three.

EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE COVER

Disgruntled employees can be the bane of any small business owner’s life and it is a well-proven fact that a small business is five times more likely to appear before an industrial tribunal than have a fire or theft claim.

At Moreland, we can offer cover for legal expenses and also court/tribunal awards across a whole range of issues. This includes Health and Safety, HMRC, as well as age/sex discrimination and many other areas.

A vital element in allowing the small business owner to sleep comfortably at night, this kind of cover is available from as little as £24 per month.

Our policies also carry the benefit of automatically protecting the individual directors

of a limited company from facing their PERSONAL liability for actions arising from disputes with any of the above agencies.

These are just some examples of the benefits we are able to deliver for businesses across Lanarkshire. And, of course we should also be delighted to quote for Household and Personal Motor policies too.

At Moreland Insurance we have been providing personal and business insurance solutions right across Lanarkshire since 1964.

Using an insurance broker to buy your insurances has many benefits over buying directly over the telephone or over the Internet. Brokers exist to uncover, on behalf of their customers, the best possible insurance deal; they do this by assessing and comparing all the features of an insurance policy not simply the premium price. Let’s face it, would you rather have a cheaper insurance policy with gaps in it which only emerge once a claim is made? Or, a slightly more expensive policy with the added peace of mind which comes from knowing, based on broker’s advice, that all eventualities which may arise, are covered by the policy

Moreover, because brokers are dealing day and daily with insurers their influence over their decisions on particular claims is significantly stronger than that available to the man in the street. There are numerous incidents where our intervention on behalf of customers has led to satisfactory outcomes which may not have arisen had they been dealing directly with insurers as individuals.

In this month’s edition of Life In, I thought I would outline some examples of how we are helping the business community in Lanarkshire to meet their insurance obligations but, at the same time, assisting these businesses by bearing down on their costs.

THREE YEAR POLICIES

In these times of uncertainty, when premiums rise most years, many businesses would welcome a three year fix with a genuine three year contract. This means your business is guaranteed no rating increase over 3 years.

This policy is unique to us and is made available to larger businesses in Lanarkshire through our relationship with a major international insurer. Please contact us to find out more about the benefits which can arise from using this approach.

FLEET INSURANCE

Many businesses find that insuring their motor fleet can be a bit of an annual headache. At Moreland we recognise the pain it can cause and have sought a unique fleet insurance solution from major insurers which goes some way to provide relief.

Moreland Insurance, 117 Cadzow Street, Hamilton, ML3 [email protected] www.morelandinsurance.co.uk

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Eating nuts can help stave off obesity, says study

Dieters often dismiss them because of their high fat content, but research suggests that snacking on nuts can help keep you slim.

A study found that those who consumed varieties such as almonds, cashews and pistachios demonstrated a lower body weight, body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference compared to non-consumers.

They were also at lower risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Experts are now recommending a daily intake of 1.5 ounces, or three tablespoons of nuts as part of a healthy diet.

Lead researcher Carol O'Neil, from Louisiana State University, said: 'One of the more interesting findings was the fact that tree nut consumers had lower body weight, as well as lower body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference compared to non-consumers.

Don't forget your toothbrush...it may be a lifesaver

Going to the dentist is a chore, and a necessity if we want to keep our own teeth. But there may be more broad-ranging benefits.

Experts are increasingly discovering links between gum disease – which affects half the population – and dozens of other illnesses.

The British Dental Association’s scientific adviser, Professor Damien Walmsley, says: ‘The good news is that most cases of gum disease are treatable and, more importantly, preventable.’

Good oral hygiene – brushing teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, restricting intake of sugary foods and drinks to mealtimes, stopping smoking and visiting the dentist once every two years (or more often if you have problems) – can boost overall health. Regular check ups, clean teeth and a healthy mouth could increase lifespan and lead to early diagnosis, treatment and prevention of a range of diseases from Anaemia, High blood pressure, Heart problems, Lung disease to Diabetes.

Curry spice 'lowers risk of heart attack after surgery'

The curry spice turmeric may help ward off heart attacks in people who have had recent bypass surgery, according to a study.

Curcimins - the yellow pigment in turmeric - is known for having antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Bypass surgery is performed to improve the blood supply to the heart muscle. However, during the operation the organ can be damaged by prolonged lack of blood flow, increasing the patient's risk of heart attack.

Patients given an extract from turmeric had a 65% lower risk of heart attack than those given a placebo in a study

The results need to be confirmed in further research, said Wanwarang Wongcharoen from Chiang Mai University in Thailand.

Research has suggested inflammation plays an important role in the development of a range of diseases, including heart disease, and curcumins could have an effect on those pathways, said Bharat Aggarwal, who studies the use of curcumins in cancer therapy at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.

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The Steamie

Mon 30 Apr - Sat 5 May

It's Hogmanay in a Glasgow wash house, and the girls need to get their washing done before the bells. Join Dolly, Magrit, Doreen and Mrs Culfeathers as they laugh and cry their way through the last day of the year - with a little help from the not so handy Andy...!

First performed in May 1987, The Steamie has delighted audiences all over the world. Writer Tony Roper directs this new anniversary production - get your tickets now before it

sells out!

Wonderful Town (Touring), Connie Fisher, Michael Xavier

Tue 8 May - Sat 12 May

Connie Fisher, star of The Sound of Music and of the BBC’s How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?, plays aspiring writer Ruth Sherwood who arrives in New York with her beautiful younger sister Eileen. The indomitable pair meet an array of colourful characters along the way, creating chaos at every turn in their search for romance, success and a free meal from Walgreen’s deli.

Wonderful Town first premiered in New York in 1953 where it won five Tony Awards including Best Musical.

The 2003 revival also won further Tony and Drama Desk Awards.

Avenue Q (Touring)

Mon 14 May - Sat 19 May

The funniest show by far is hitting the road. The Tony Award-winning Avenue Q is the irresistibly charming musical about the lovably hopeless characters on a downtown New York street trying to make sense of life’s burning issues: love, work, relationships, and above all, just how are you supposed to pay the bills with a BA in English?

Hilarious and uproariously entertaining, with a terrific batch of songs performed by a cast of hugely talented performers and puppets, Avenue Q is a

musical like no other.

Visit www.avenueqthemusical.co.uk for more information.

Not suitable for children under 12.

Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac

Sunday 20th May 2012 from 7:30pm

With over 500 major concert events behind them to

date the British rock Anthology concert production

''Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac'' has now performed to

over 550,000 Mac fans Worldwide. This show has now

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Masterfully conceived by a consummate storyteller, Anthony Besch’s treasured production of Tosca transports Puccini's powerful drama to Fascist Italy in the early 1940s, a setting entirely in tune with the dark intensity of this passionate tale. Rich with the glamour and detail of the period, the impressive staging brings to life the majesty and wonder of the Eternal City – Rome.

Floria Tosca is the talk of the town, a famed opera diva with many dazzled admirers. But she only has eyes for one man, Mario Cavaradossi. As his behaviour becomes suspicious, she fears he has another woman. But the truth is far more dangerous. Police Chief Scarpia is obsessed by Tosca, and plans to kill her lover and take her for himself. As Scarpia's schemes unfold, Tosca and Cavaradossi are drawn into a trap from which there is no escape.

Cirque Du Ciel's Shanghi direct from China!

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The highly awaited, internationally acclaimed production of Shanghi by Cirque Du Ciel comes to the UK this year - for the very first time!

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Sing-a-long-a Grease... is the word!!!

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Sing-a-long-a Grease now joins Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music and Abba as part of the worldwide phenomenon that has been wowing audiences for over 12 years. Ever wanted to know what it's like to be a T-bird or a Pink Lady but never quite felt cool enough to pull it off? Well, now is your chance to don those pink jackets, grease up those quiffs and let your inhibitions go for an evening where you are the stars and remember Grease is the word...

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