Wills, LPAs & Estate Planning

Wills, LPAs & Estate Planning, Made Simple For Over 55s.

Andy Rowden answers the questions families ask most, in plain English, with no pressure and no hidden costs.

No obligation. No sales pressure.

Andy Rowden, Your Secured Legacy
You may be wondering...

What happens if you're not sure what you need?

These are some of the questions families ask before they decide what to do next.

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Do I really need a Will?

A Will helps set out what you want to happen to your estate. Without one, different rules apply.

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Is my existing Will still suitable?

Life changes. Your family, circumstances and estate may not look the same as when your Will was written.

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Do I need a Lasting Power of Attorney?

An LPA is about who can make decisions on your behalf if you are unable to make them yourself.

Understand LPAs →
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What happens if I die without a Will?

One of the most common questions families ask — and one worth understanding before you need the answer.

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How much does it actually cost?

Pricing is one of the first things people want to understand before deciding whether to proceed.

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What happens when someone dies?

Probate and estate administration can feel confusing. YSL provides straightforward information about the process.

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A question worth asking

Is your Will still doing what you think it does?

Families change. Circumstances change. What was right when your Will was written may not necessarily reflect your situation today.

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What if your spouse remarries?
What if your children divorce?
What if an executor dies?
What if you lose mental capacity?
What if your Will is outdated?
What happens if you die without a Will?
Andy Rowden
Meet Andy

Who can I trust to help me understand all of this?

“I'm over 55 myself. I'm going through the exact same decisions and considerations that you are facing right now. I know what it means to want to protect what you've built.”

With over 25 years of experience as a qualified Financial Adviser, I've spent my career helping families plan for their future.

I realised that while many people had great financial plans, their legal estate planning was often outdated or missing entirely.

That's why I became a Qualified Will Writer and partnered with a specialist estate planning firm to create Your Secured Legacy.

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Why YSL Focuses On Over 55s

Why Does Andy Specialise In Wills & Estate Planning For The Over 55s?

You may be wondering why Your Secured Legacy focuses specifically on people over 55. In this short video, Andy explains why this stage of life can bring different questions around your Will, Lasting Power of Attorney and the future you've built for your family.

If you're asking yourself, “Do I really need to review my plans now?”, this is a good place to start. Hear directly from Andy before deciding what questions you need answered or whether you'd like to speak with him.

How can we help?

What questions can we help you answer?

Start with the question that's closest to what's on your mind. You don't need to know exactly what you need before you get in touch.

Wills

“What happens to my family if I die?”

Understand why Wills matter, what the process involves and the questions worth considering.

Understand Wills →

Lasting Power of Attorney

“Who can make decisions for me if I can't?”

Understand the different types of LPA and why planning ahead can matter.

Understand LPAs →

Estate Planning

“How can I protect what I've built?”

Explore the questions families ask about their home, family, inheritance and future plans.

Understand Estate Planning →

Probate

“What happens after someone dies?”

Understand the questions that arise when dealing with an estate.

Understand Probate →
Why Your Secured Legacy?

Straightforward answers from someone who understands this stage of life.

YSL is built around a personal approach. You work directly with Andy from the first conversation through to completion.

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Over 55 himself

Andy is navigating many of the same decisions and considerations as the people he helps.

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25+ years' experience

Over 25 years as a qualified Financial Adviser.

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Qualified Will Writer

Andy has also qualified as a Will Writer.

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Direct access to Andy

No hand-offs to other staff. Straightforward, honest advice from start to finish.

One of the first questions people ask

“How much does it cost?”

We believe you should be able to understand the costs before deciding whether to proceed.

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What families say

“What is it actually like working with Andy?”

4.7/5 by local families
★★★★★

“Andy was incredibly helpful in sorting out our Wills and LPAs. He explained everything in plain English without any legal jargon. Highly recommended.”

Sarah M.
★★★★★

“A fantastic service from start to finish. Andy made the whole process of estate planning so straightforward and stress-free. The fixed pricing was exactly as promised.”

David T.
★★★★★

“We had been putting off writing our Wills for years, but Andy made it so easy. He took the time to understand exactly what we needed.”

Margaret H.
★★★★★

“Professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. Andy helped us navigate some complex family situations with our estate planning. Excellent value for money.”

John & Susan W.
They Ask, You Answer

Questions Families Ask Most

Start with the question you want answered. You don't need to book a call just to understand the basics.

What happens if I die without a Will?

This is one of the most common questions families ask. YSL explains the issues you should understand and the questions worth considering before making your plans.

Read the full explanation →
Do I need a Lasting Power of Attorney if I'm married?

Marriage does not automatically answer every question about who can make decisions on your behalf. Learn more about LPAs and the different types available.

Understand LPAs →
What makes a Will valid?

There are important requirements surrounding how a Will is prepared, signed and witnessed. Our Knowledge Centre explains the questions families commonly ask.

Read more →
What is included in the Will process?

Understanding the process before you begin can make estate planning feel much simpler.

See the Will process →
What is Probate?

Probate is one of the areas families often have questions about after someone dies. YSL's Knowledge Centre provides straightforward information to help explain the process.

Learn about Probate →
Want to learn first?

Free Guides & Resources

If you're not ready to talk yet, that's completely fine. Start by getting the information you need.

The 7 Threats To Your Estate guide

The 7 Threats To Your Estate

Understand some of the situations that could affect the plans you've made for your family and estate.

Download the Free Guide →
The Beginner's Guide to LPAs

The Beginner's Guide To LPAs

A straightforward introduction to Lasting Power of Attorney and the questions families commonly ask.

Download the Free Guide →
Still have questions?

You don't need to have everything figured out.

Start with a free 30-minute conversation with Andy. Ask the questions that are on your mind and talk through what you would like to understand.

No obligation. No sales pressure.