Testimonials
Eleanor
One day, everything feels normal. Then, gradually, you start to notice changes in the person you love. You try to help, but before you realise it, it’s too late. When dementia sets in, the person you knew begins to fade. The chance to talk about how they’d want to be cared for slips away, and suddenly, you’re left with unanswered questions and no way to ask them. Soon, they become part of a system designed to keep them safe, but it often leaves you feeling helpless. The decisions you thought you’d be making together are now out of your hands, placed instead in the control of strangers who tell you what’s best for your mum or dad. It’s isolating and deeply painful. I found myself in that position standing in the chaos of A&E while my mum waited 24 hours for care. She was unwell and needed comfort, and I just wanted to take her back to the care home. But I was told I couldn’t, because I didn’t have power of attorney. In that moment, I felt powerless, invisible, and heartbroken. I wouldn’t wish that feeling on anyone. And the truth is, it only gets harder from there, until the day it ends. The day they pass away. So if it’s as simple as making a phone call or sending an email do it. Ring Peter French. It’s better to face a bit of discomfort now than carry the weight of regret later. Take the pain away earlier, so that your mum or dad can still have their say. Don’t wait until tomorrow. Tomorrow will be too late.
Husband
After losing my husband, I was overwhelmed—not just emotionally, but with the complex financial and legal matters that followed. Thankfully, we have been working with Peter French for many years as a financial adviser and now as an estate planner with Before You Go Estate Planning, and in those difficult days, his support was truly invaluable. He had helped us plan thoroughly over the years, and because of that, everything was in order when the time came. More than just providing professional guidance, he showed genuine care and patience during a time when I needed it most. I can't express how much peace of mind it gave me to know that my affairs—and my family's future—were in such capable and compassionate hands. I'm deeply grateful for his unwavering support and would recommend him to anyone looking for a trusted partner in planning for the future."
Wife
From the initial contact through to the completion of the task Peter was extremely punctual, professional and courteous. He has a deep understanding of his role due to the many years of experience in dealing with wills and explains things clearly and coherently and although the topic could be a little sensitive, he combines humour with earnestness in order to make you at ease. The best thing is Peter endeavours to come to your house at a time that is convenient for you depending, of course, on distance. He offers a range of other services such as Power of Attorney, he never tries to push it once you have said that it's not for you at that time. Costs are extremely reasonable and the process is completed in a very short time. I would thoroughly recommend Peter and BeforeYouGo Estate Planning to anyone looking for a professional and reasonably priced service. The business title of BeforeYouGo is particularly apt in my case as my wife sadly passed away only two months after completing our wills at the age of 54! It was a relief to me that we got them done in time and this made life so much easier than had she died without a will.
GP & PA Hill
Having put off making a will for many years our financial adviser stressed to us just how important it is to have a last will and testament in place at any age. Peter French, "Before You Go Estate Planning" looked at our personal circumstances and recommended Trust Wills for each of us with the Countrywide Tax and Trust Corporation Ltd. Peter guided us through the whole process making it easy to understand giving us peace of mind that when the time comes, we have at least one thing less to worry about. Our Trust Wills have been in place for over eleven years now so for the best help and expert friendly advice on estate planning from someone who knows what he is talking about look no further than Peter French "Before You Go Estate Planning". Highly Recommended. GP & PA Hill.
Jennifer and Robert
‘We recognised that we needed to look at having power of attorney for each other, as we were getting older but young enough to sort it. Peter discussed that it was something he could help us to achieve. He discussed our options and what the process entailed, approximately how long it would take and the cost, so we knew everything before starting the process. He started the ball rolling and sorted out the paperwork for us to complete and supported us through the application, keeping us informed at each stage. Peter made the process easy for us and we would gladly recommend him to help you sort out your power of attorney.’
Sam and Ged
‘Peter has helped my husband and I navigate the complicated world of Wills, Power of Attorney and many other of life's 'must do's' with ease and professionalism. As a working couple with two young children, ageing parents and active roles in the community, life is always busy so the support that Peter has provided has been invaluable to us. With his guidance, we now know that we have everything in place to make our children's life's easier as and when the time comes that something happens to one or both of us. I'd highly recommend that everyone confronts their mortality and sets up a professional Will and Power of Attorney, and Peter would be a great choice to support you in that process.’