24/08/2026
As we hurtle towards the end of the Summer Holidays, many young people will be preparing to head off to university or start the next chapter of their lives. What an exciting milestone!
Some parents may be themselves preparing to finally reclaim some space in their home – personal gym, anyone? 😅
But amongst the packing lists and goodbyes, there's one thing many families tend to overlook... turning 18 brings freedom, certainly, but it also changes the legal relationship between parents and children.
If a young adult were to become seriously ill or have an accident, their parents may not be able to manage their finances or make important decisions without the appropriate legal authority, even if they're still living at home or financially dependent.
It's therefore a good opportunity to make sure some practical matters are in order, such as:
🌷 Updating important contact details
🌷 Thinking about who can access digital accounts and online banking
🌷 Preparing for a first tenancy or shared accommodation
🌷 Making plans if they're studying or travelling abroad
🌷 Considering a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) before they leave home.
Hopefully, an LPA will never be needed, but having one in place provides reassurance that, if the unexpected were to happen, the people they trust would be able to step in and help.
Sometimes, one of the most grown-up decisions a young adult can make is putting the right protection in place before they need it.
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