Mark One Estate Planning & Will Writers

27/05/2026

The Final week of our Power Of Attorney Campaign.

Over the past 6 weeks we have highlighted a number of situations that could arise if you or a loved one has not arranged Power of Attorney.

Life throws you curveballs, big and small and often you need to put the ‘Champagne on ice…’

Don’t put your Estate Planning on ice….

22/05/2026

Cases like this are exactly why regular protection reviews matter.

Small differences in cover can make an enormous difference when clients actually need to claim. 😊

A second successful claim in successive months. Another MOFS client received a £50,000 payout from Zurich, weeks after another client's Legal and General claim.

This claim didn't quite meet the standard critical illness definition. But Zurich actively looked for a reason to pay and settled it under one of 31 additional payment conditions.

Having presented our clients with options during their protection review and discussing the proposals my clients preferred Zurich’s most comprehensive plan, Critical Illness Enhanced Plus, which started in September 2025. A few pounds a month more than other options.

Months later, that decision was worth £50,000. Because it's an additional payment, their full original cover remains in place.

Had they chosen the cheapest option or stayed with their previous provider, there would have been no viable claim on this condition.

Insurance evolves constantly. Providers add better coverage. Without advisers spreading the word, people miss it.

Happily, our client is recovering well with complete peace of mind. No financial worries ahead.

That's the difference the right advice makes.

JOB DONE.

20/05/2026

Week 5 on the campaign trail!💪

A Power of Attorney isn’t for ‘someday’ — it’s for peace of mind today. Don’t wait until it’s too late.....

13/05/2026

It's week 4 of our Power of Attorney campaign

Life can change unexpectedly, and having a Power of Attorney in place means your wishes are protected no matter what happens. It allows someone you trust to make important decisions on your behalf if you’re ever unable to do so yourself. It’s not just a legal document — it’s peace of mind for you and the people who care about you most.❤️

06/05/2026

A wee visit today to Irvine Harbour to organise a Will and Power of Attorney for a customer.
Can’t beat being by the water on a beautiful sunny afternoon 😎

06/05/2026

Week 3 of our Power of Attorney campaign...🫶

A small step now can save a lot of stress later.

29/04/2026

Week 2 of our Power of Attorney series 💬 Don’t wait until it’s too late.

A Power of Attorney must be set up while you still have mental capacity. Leave it too long, and your loved ones may face a much harder road.

Plan ahead. Stay in control.

24/04/2026

22/04/2026

What would happen if someone had to make decisions for you… tomorrow?

Most people assume their family could just “step in.”
It’s not that simple.

Over the next 6 weeks, we will be sharing real reasons why having a Power of Attorney in place matters — more than you might think.

Follow along so you don’t get caught out.

10/04/2026

It is important to consider Family Income Benefit when arranging your Will and appointing guardians for your children.

This ensures there is an income to support raising your children in the event of your passing.

Hard hitting but needs to be addressed😐

It costs around £1,157 a month to raise a child in the UK. That’s over £250,000 by the time they turn 18 (Source: Child Poverty Action Group, 2025).

Now ask yourself — if something happened to you, where would that money come from?

A lump sum payout might clear a debt or two. But it doesn’t replace your salary. It doesn’t keep the bills paid month after month.

Family Income Benefit does. It’s a type of life insurance that pays your family a regular, tax-free income — and it’s more affordable than most people realise.

At Mark One Financial Services, we’ve been helping families get the right cover in place for over 18 years. Get in touch for tailored advice — a quick conversation is all it takes to find out what the right protection looks like for you.

Learn more at: https://markonefinancial.co.uk/services/insurance/life-insurance-cover/