Lasting Powers of Attorney delays are easing

Lasting Powers of Attorney offer protection if you lose capacity to care for yourself. They have been taking too long to complete, but the Office of the Public Guardian has reduced delays for this important document. For more information on LPAs, download our guide.

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Conveyancing searches explained

Conveyancing searches are an essential part of the property buying process. The costs of conveyancing searches can vary significantly depending on the location and nature of your property

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Divorce and children

A relationship breakdown often means a huge change in life for everyone concerned, especially if there are children involved. It’s crucial that you make childcare arrangements that everyone can stick to

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Independent reviews help you choose a solicitor

Choosing the right solicitor can be a daunting process. Luckily, a lot of people have been in your situation, and some of them have written reviews on independent websites to help.

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Cunningtons - in business since 1748

This year Cunningtons solicitors celebrates 275 years in business. And the head office is still in the same office in Braintree – though they now operate from branches across England.

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After a dementia diagnosis, making or updating your Will is a problem

When someone is diagnosed with dementia, it’s essential to create or update their will as soon as possible

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Prenuptial agreements

We look at Prenuptial Agreements and how useful they are in the event of a failed marriage. And are they even valid?

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Buying vs renting your home - pros and cons

Choosing whether to buy or rent a place to live is a huge financial decision for all of us. Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the right choice for you depends on your personal circumstances and financial goals. We explore the pros and cons of renting versus buying a home to help you make an informed decision

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Wickford celebrate International Womens Day

On International Women’s Day we celebrate women’s achievements throughout the world. At Cunningtons solicitors, however, we celebrate women’s achievements every day, as they comprise a large proportion of our team.

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Your Will is important - how to get it right

A Will is an important document that we should all write, no matter what our age or state of health. We set out a few key points that will help you decide how to craft yours, including a description of the key roles of Witness, Executor and Beneficiary. When you have made your Will, you can get on with living.

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Divorce or separation? Your options

Deciding to end a marriage can happen for a number of reasons, and it is always a difficult, emotional process. Should you formally separate, or go through with a full divorce? It depends entirely on your situation; we go through some of the reasoning

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Shopping for a new mortgage

A fixed-rate mortgage is just that- a mortgage where the interest rate on your payments doesn’t change for an agreed length of time. Once this term is up, you face a decision – do you remortgage? Or should you ride out the Standard Variable Rate? We look at your options.

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