v THE HERALD - Your Community Magazine v 15th February 2024 • The HERALD • Page 59 ASK A PROFESSIONAL There are many misconceptions around making your Will, such as “I do not own enough to need a Will” or “My family know my wishes, my dependents will be looked after – won’t they?” If you have questions about making a Will or are unsure if a Trust is suitable for you, perhaps making your Will is something you have been putting off, then come to this free talk on 7th March, 2.30pm at Minstead Lodge. A Minstead Trust free event with talk given by Hannah Goodeve Trusts and Estates Planner and Associate Solicitor at Parker Bullen Solicitors. Minstead Trust is hosting and providing this talk to bust some of the myths around Wills and Trusts, and for added sweetness we’re also offering you an opportunity to taste some of the jams from our very own social enterprise – the Real Jam and Chutney Company. Hannah Goodeve of Parker Bullen Solicitors in Romsey, and her colleague Chris, will be delivering the talk and they come with high praise from one of our very own supporters “I can highly recommend Hannah and her colleague Chris at Parker Bullen Solicitors. Hannah listened and was able to understand our needs perfectly.” Anne, parent and supporter. There are many myths around making your Will, many of these may lead you to put off getting your Will or keeping it up to date. Like “My spouse will receive everything of mine – won’t they?” or “Getting a Will is complicated.” This talk will touch on subjects such as inheritance tax planning, looking after vulnerable dependents, and changing circumstances such as marriage or divorce. You may have questions around how to leave a gift in your Will to charity, and Hannah and Chris will be happy to take questions. The afternoon is free, with welcome tea and coffee, and a chance to find out a bit more about the work of Minstead Trust through its social enterprise The Real Jam and Chutney Company. It is being held in the wonderful setting at Minstead Lodge, with free parking. Places are limited however so we do ask that you REGISTER YOUR PLACE BEFORE the 27th FEBRUARY using this link https://www. minsteadtrust.org.uk/myth-busting-wills/ If response to the event exceeds our capacity, we will let you know and we will aim to hold another event at a later date for you. Myth Busting Wills and Trusts with added Jam – Free Event From Minstead Trust and work harder than some of the men to be taken seriously. When I was running the brick library in the 80’s, it was quite noticeable at that time that being a woman in the industry was tough. Anyone coming into the brick library would automatically go to the guys, who were actually my apprentices. But Elliotts has been very supportive over the last 50 years. I’ve done well through the support of the company and through working hard and wanting to do it.” In Lauren’s 50 years at Elliotts, she’s seen the company grow from 2 to 13 branches and has worked under 3 different members of the Elliotts family (currently under Tom Elliott, CEO and 6th generation of the Elliotts family). But the biggest changes Lauren has seen over the last 50 years are with technology and how they work. “Technology is definitely the biggest change I’ve seen, and it can be hard to keep up with. I remember when we first got computers and we (the directors) put ourselves on an evening course. We really engaged in it, and I’m glad that we did. You can’t slip backwards, you have to move forwards. COVID-19 has definitely changed how we engage. Time wise, you can have much quicker meetings via Teams, but you can’t replace face to face. Everyone has been wanting to get back to face to face.” Although she has 50 years of work under her belt, Lauren has no plans to give up work any time soon. “I’m still enjoying it, I wouldn’t be at Elliotts if I didn’t. I know I can’t work forever, but I have no plans to retire.” To find out more about Lauren or opportunities at Elliotts, visit: www. elliotts.uk Woman Celebrates 50 Years Working For Hampshire Builders Merchant Lauren Haines at Elliotts’ Head Office in Southampton Continued from page 58
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