A Will Protects You After Death. An LPA Protects You Before It. Why Martin Lewis Says It Matters More
3 minute read by Jamie Shepherd
on 11th May 2026 When people think about estate planning, the first thing that usually comes to mind is writing a Will. But financial expert Martin Lewis has repeatedly highlighted something many families overlook: A Lasting Power of Attorney...
"Am I Too Young to Write a Will?"
2 minute read by Jamie Shepherd
A young first-time homeowner contacted Soteria Estate Planning after being encouraged by her mortgage adviser to consider putting a Will in place. Unsure whether it was really necessary at her age, she questioned whether Wills...
What To Do When Someone Dies
4 minute read by Jamie Shepherd
on 9th Jul 2026 When You Lose Someone, Knowing Where to Start Can Make All the Difference Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences anyone can face. Alongside the grief and emotional impact comes a series of practical...
Liam Payne’s £24 Million Estate: What Happens When You Die Without a Will?
3 minute read by Jamie Shepherd
on 15th Jun 2026 Recent reports have highlighted that former One Direction star Liam Payne died leaving an estate reportedly worth around £24.3 million without having made a Will. While most of us do not have millions of pounds to pass on, the...
Does Getting Married Revoke Your Will? | FAQ
3 minute read by Jamie Shepherd
on 16th Jul 2026 Planning a wedding comes with a long checklist. Choosing the venue. Sending invitations. Booking the photographer. Organising the honeymoon. But there is one important task that many couples overlook... Reviewing their Will. It's...
Football, Community and Meaningful Conversations
3 minute read by Jamie Shepherd
Bringing the Community Together Through Football At Soteria Estate Planning, we're passionate about supporting our local community whenever we can. Whether that's helping families plan for the future or giving our time to local...