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Writing a will: watch out for scams by Victoria Bischoff on Jul 17, 2010 at 00:01
 
Your will is likely to be one of the most important documents you’ll ever make and is the only way to ensure your loved ones are properly provided for when you pass away. It is therefore important to get it right.

Unfortunately, an increasing number of people are falling victim to will writing scams that leave them both seriously out of pocket, and either without a will they can rely on or without a will at all.

Rogue will writers

Citizens Advice has warned people not be conned by adverts and cold calls from rogue will writers promising to make wills on the cheap.

‘Some so-called will writers are advertising wills for around £24 in local papers and cold calling people by phone just to get a foot in the door so they can go in with a hard sell. Once through the front door, the true cost begins to add up to hundreds of pounds and people are often required to pay up there and then,’ Citizens Advice said.

In one case seen by the Citizens Advice Bureau, unsolicited phone calls resulted in a home visit where a payment of £498 was made to a firm that the clients have not been able to contact since the visit.

Hidden costs

It’s not only bogus will writers that consumers need to be on their guard against. Consumer champion Which? has recently voiced its concern over the amount of legitimate will providers that do not provide consumers with a clear and transparent service.

In its report Which? said: ‘We were concerned that some will providers were recommending that they are named as an executor without properly explaining the cost implications’.

Executors are the people responsible for sorting out your estate and dealing with the paperwork after your death. Yet, whereas the costs of appointing a professional executor can be incredibly high and vary considerably, friends and family members can do the work for free.

The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) said: ‘If you decide you need a professional executor, you should check to see how much it will cost. Some executors will give an indication of the price, however the price may change by the time you die. Others don’t give a clear idea of price at all’.

Consumers also need to be aware of firms selling extra products alongside a will, such as funeral plans, equity release schemes and trusts.

Sadly, many providers are more interested in securing a sale than ensuring the product they are selling is suitable for the customer. This means if you aren’t careful, what began as relatively inexpensive could quickly turn into a bill for thousands of pounds for products you might not really need.

If you are interested in taking out additional products, always seek independent advice and shop around first.

What you can do to protect yourself

Peter Spillman, council member of the Institute of Professional Will Writers, stressed the importance of seeking professional advice.

‘Clients aren’t to know what the right will for them is. People should have all the pitfalls of the will pointed out and alternative options given, so they can then make an informed will’ he added.

However, it is important to remember that will writers aren’t properly regulated. This means it is up to you to do your own homework and research potential will writers thoroughly.

Find out if the firm belongs to a professional body. Most firms belong to one of three – the Society of Will Writers (SWW), the Institute of Professional Will Writers (IPW) or the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (Step).

A spokesperson for the Legal Services Board said: ‘The consumers most likely to avoid falling foul of rogue will writers will be those who do a full check over the details of the service they receive – including the complaints policy, written quote and the details of any bundled services’.

You should also check the firm has insurance in place so that if you make an upfront payment and the company goes out of business you will still get your will written’.

Citizens Advice meanwhile advised: ‘Explore all the options. Check with a few local solicitors to find out how much they charge. You may have access to legal advice through an addition to an insurance policy which might cover the costs of a solicitor preparing or checking a will. If you are a member of a trade union you may find that the union offers a free wills service to members’.

To find out more information about will writing check out the OFT’s advice on the Consumer Direct Website and contact your local Citizen’s Advice Bureau.

This article has come from: http://citywire.co.uk/money/writing-a-will-watch-out-for-scams/a413809/2

Thankyou for reading.

KW

Time is now up.

KW - will you soon be posting about the events at Mercury House earlier this week?

Been v busy with my 3 children its theiir school hols not to mention looking for work. I can confirm we have recieved no letter as promised. I contacted grant to ask what was happening he said that he has left Messages but knowone has got back to him but he will keep trying. To be honest I think the staff have given up hope of seeing our wages or an apology. I can't wait for the day to read that him and all those like him have got what they deserve I am furious at the mess this has left my family in, reading this forum winds me up if they have been doing it for this length of time why are they still getting away with it it makes you lose faith in our justice system. I was told by a Di investigating them that they wanted to spk with me and would contact me on the Mon which would of been the 15 th still no word from him that is how they continue to scam because ppl working the case obvioudly aren't efficient.

For those that don't know whom I'm referring to that would be Gerald malcolm barton!

'Hong Kong Fuey' Thankyou for your comments. Following on from the post that we posted on the 18th Aug:
“We have read the statement from Grant Bowles and believe that he is trying to recover funds from Gerald, However, if the company is in liquidation we doubt that this money would be recoverable for some time.

We now believe that the Legal Assistance T/A National Legal Assistance 07528993 as gone into Liquidation and the Official Receivers called into Mercury House last week and removed everything that was remaining, files, computers and anything of value. This was done without warning!! Probably so Gerald, Anthony, Joy or any other members of staff could not remove further evidence.

Thankyou for reading.

KW

Leanne Thankyou for your comments. Feel free to email us on wewillgivefreeadvice@hotmail.co.uk, you say that the Police have asked for your number, they have so many leads and lines of enquiry to follow, it may be that they have not got around to you yet, for that reason.

For anyone that worked there feel free to email us you may think that it is not important but small details can lead to bigger issues.

We don’t believe that Grant can do anything further for anyone, if this was the case then why hasn’t he been to the Authorities? As he worked very closely with Gerald and has been to many drinking establishments with him. He must have known something that would help with the investigations. Hope that this goes some way to answering your questions Leanne, why the justice system fails? Why has it been going on for so long?  It is because people protect Gerald the question that should be asked is why?

Thankyou for reading.

KW

In gerrys world money must talk an be more important than ppls morals as humans. It is absolutly insane how they get away for so long with this there are to many get out clauses for all rogue traders. What is the world coming to when it works in their favour. Even if they serve some time all of those affected will not see a penny of the money back an ppl like him will just continue somewhere else under new id's when free. Without a doubt I will e mail although don't see how I could help. Thankyou an Yes I'm sure grant is trying to help as from what I'm told he also is owed a substantial amount of pay to.

Leanne Thankyou for your comments. Whilst you may not believe that you hold any knowledge, every little detail that you can tell us helps with establishing new leads and assists with the inquires. So do please e-mail us anytime.

Thankyou for reading.

KW

To all Readers, further to our post on the 18th Aug 2011:

“Trevor William Orbell has taken responsibility for a company that’s going into Liquidation.”

Mr Trevor William Orbell (British) DOB: 27 May 1953
Mercury House Willoughton Drive, Foxby Lane Business Park, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England, DN21 1DY

LEGAL ASSISTANCE LIMITED 07528993 Incorporated 14 Feb 2011 *Live*
Mercury House Willoughton Drive, Foxby Lane Business Park, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire DN21 1DY
https://www.jordanwatch.co.uk/reports/Process ... dirNo=D16240746

AP01        17/08/2011       DIRECTOR APPOINTED MR TREVOR WILLIAM ORBELL
http://wck2.companieshouse.gov.uk/78450e78dfc ... cprodorder?ft=1

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Mr Trevor William Orbell (British) DOB: 27 May 1955 (Notice the same name, but change in DOB)
45 Chapel Avenue, Long Stratton, Norwich, Norfolk, England, NR15 2TE

HERITAGE LEGAL SERVICES LTD 07506711 Incorporated 26 Jan 2011 *Live*
45 Chapel Avenue, Long Stratton, Norwich, Norfolk NR15 2TE
https://www.jordanwatch.co.uk/reports/Process ... dirNo=D15725037

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Mr Trevor Obell (British) DOB: 27 May 1953 (Notice the same DOB as the first entry but a change in name)
Apartment 1 The Fox Inn, A1 Southbound, Grantham, United Kingdom, NG33 5LN

MINSTER LEGAL SERVICES (MIDLANDS) LTD 07492892 Incorporated 14 Jan 2011 *Live*
The Fox Inn A1 Southbound, Colsterworth, Grantham, NG33 5LN
https://www.jordanwatch.co.uk/reports/Process ... dirNo=D15691431

He has also written this:

9PM - 4 days ago by TREVOR ORBELL

WHOEVER IS RUNNING THIS SITE AND HIDING BEHIND THE INTERNET ARE FACELESS LIARS, PROBABLY EX EMPLOYEES FOR A TELESALE COMPANY WHO HAVE CONNED MANY OLD FOLK AND ARE BITTER FAILURES WITH NO FUTURE OR ARE CONMEN THEMSELVES WHO STOLE FROM THEIR EMPLOYERS.WE KNOW WHO YOU ARE.i JUST HOPE YOU CAN BACK UP YOUR ACCUSATIONS WITH SOLID PROF
http://www.wix.com/kw0512/protectelderlyandvulnerable#!your-comments

Just one question Trevor, why would you become the Director of a failed business that has now gone into liquidation and in your words “FOR A TELESALE COMPANY WHO HAVE CONNED MANY OLD FOLK”? Seems rather odd, don’t you think?

Thankyou for reading.

KW

The early bird is about to catch the worm.........

[removed:lang] is going to go down tomorrow, I hope you are ready cos you aint seen nuffink yet!

will keep you all informed naturally,will post the latest update by mid afternoon tommorrow,this may be the biggest link in the chain,or my even break the ENTIRE chain.

regards

salamander

That was a little ill advised, could you please mail me as there are also foreign issues to wrap up here.

i have just been informed that Gerry Barton has been arrested is this true?

'salamander' Thankyou for your comments we do hope that early bird happens to be in the favour of the public, or maybe the late lark likes to decend in the dark. Please do keep us informed.

Thankyou for reading.

KW

deepthroat Thankyou for your comments. All additions are appreciated.

Thankyou for reading.

KW

is it true Thankyou for your comment. If you have just been informed, would you care to share where the information came from with all other readers?

Thankyou for reading.

KW

Its only here say at the mo thats why im trying to find out if there is  any truth in it and it was from someone who use to know gerry

To all Readers IF YOU WISH TO PROTECT YOUR INHERITANCE  do not do business with this company this is the failed Minster Legal Services/National Legal Assistance/4 u  under a new guise  http://inheritanceprotectionservices.com/

They have robbed the Elderly and Vulnerable with these companies mentioned. They won't give up easily, but we will make it as difficult as we can for them to trade.
lets give them a little publicity on the web.

Thankyou for reading.

KW

can anyone on here supply me with Gerry Bartons Home address and home telephone number please

TELESALES OPERATIVE

Vacancy from

Job No:DCG/43048
SOC Code:7113


Wage £7 per hour


Hours 20 hours per week, over 5 days, between 9.45am-1.45pm


Location

Armthorpe, Doncaster, S Yorks DN3


Duration Permanent
Date posted 22 August 2011


Pension details No details held



Description

We are looking to expand our existing telesales team with enthusiastic individuals who have a passion to succeed in a fast paced sales environment. We offer a competitive basic salary with excellent bonus and commission potential. Previous experience in a sales environment would be an advantage, however, it is not necessary as full training and support is provided. Alternatively telephone 0845 4753555.

How to apply

You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Olivia at Express Law, info@expresslaw.org.uk.


Employer Express Law



Still recruiting i see.....

If only the staff actually knew what went on....

SQUIRRELMAN