We met Chris Mills for the first time today. Our discussion revolved around wills and LPAs for my wife and me. Chris explained clearly and simply what was available to us in order to minimise exposure... See more
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Here at The Planning Bee we ensure that the needs of you and your family are at the forefront. We aim to provide reassurance that your wishes are taken care of, both now and in the future. Our friendly, reliable team are on hand throughout the process; however big or small. We offer a wide range of life planning services including will writing, inheritance tax or assets advice, powers of attorney or appointing guardians for young children. We take the stress away from these vital decisions so that you can spend time with those you love. Peace of mind is priceless. Each of our clients has access to a local specialist Paralegal who can visit them in the comfort of their own home to discuss their needs.
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315 London Road, SS7 2BN, Hadleigh, Essex, United Kingdom
- 01905 885259
- support@theplanningbee.co.uk
- theplanningbee.co.uk
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All very straightforward and reasonably…
All very straightforward and reasonably priced and professional, polite and punctual
Recommend
I had a lovely man called Ed who took time to explain everything to me. Wasn't pushy about extras they can do for me. Leaving me to consider at my own pace which I will be taking them up on. Would highly recommend these.
Exceptional prompt Professional and friendly service.
The service we received from the moment we made the initial enquiry regarding re-writing mine and my husband's wills was exceptional. A face to face meeting was quickly set up in our own home and Spencer explained everything in a friendly, professional and clear manner. Within in a matter of days the wills and LPOA were completed.
helpfull and imformative
Honest and efficent
Honest and efficent. Told me the process all the way through.
Very helpful advice
We met with our Paralegal, Sharon Stephenson, a couple of days ago. She was with us for 2 hours and went through options we hadn't even thought of, which we found VERY helpful. Everything was explained very simply and clearly and made our decision very easy. Not the sort of wills we thought we wanted BUT the wills we need! Very grateful to Sharon for making us think about things we hadn't even considered. We would recommend The Planning Bee very highly.
The service provided by Chris Mills was…
The service provided by Chris Mills was excellent, the whole process was explained in detail with good advice provided to support it throughout.
How easy was this
How easy was this! Simple to understand and very professional. Speedy service with clear instructions!
The Planning Bee 🐝
The Planning Bee 🐝 and in particular, Legal Executive Mr Nicholas Branson, provided a brilliant level of customer service. Nick called on me at home on three separate occasions during my revised Will, Family Protection Trust and Power of Attorney process. Nick explained everything in plain and simple terms and nothing was too much trouble. He was also kind enough to act as an independent signatory during the completion of our application forms. Nick is a real credit to the Planning Bee and a pleasure to do business with 🤓🤓
The service has been really good
The service has been really good. Communication is excellent and explanations re the legal side of matters was very helpful, by doing so has helped us make a an informed decision in which we are happy and comfortable with. The papers were drawn very professionally. We can feel at ease now that our wishes will be played out exactly as we want them to be.
Good information given
Good information given. Understood all the options. Prompt service in sending in documentation.
We met Chris Mills for the first time…
We met Chris Mills for the first time today. Our discussion revolved around wills and LPAs for my wife and me. Chris explained clearly and simply what was available to us in order to minimise exposure to IHT and possible future care costs. Chris was very helpful and answered all our questions. We were very comfortable to instruct Planning Bee to prepare our wills and LPAs .
Excellent company and service!
The Planning Bee is an excellent company which in my experience has been most ably and efficiently represented by Chris Mills who works for them as a Paralegal. Chris has been responsible for arranging my relatively complicated will and has provided full and comprehensive advice and service all along the way. He is an excellent communicator who has explained all the issues involved in a clear and comprehensive manner, his knowledge and expertise are second to none and it is thanks to him that I now have complete peace of mind about how my affairs will be dealt with when the time comes. On the basis of my acquaintance with and experience of Chris I can thoroughly recommend both him and The Planning Bee to anyone looking for the types of services they offer. Absolutely first rate from start to finish.
The gentleman who came was very…
The gentleman who came was very informative and helpful.
I was not pressurised in any way and all of my questions were answered.
I would definitely recommend this company.
a first class service
the service supplied by planning bee was first class, I am normally very slow to respond to anything and I could not belive how quick planning bee responded to every inquirery I felt bad at my slow response to them. I would recomend them very highl
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Very knowledgeable and good advice…
Very knowledgeable and good advice provider. Chris explained things very well and we were very happy with him.
Well where do I start with this company…
Well where do I start with this company from start to finish brilliant 👍
Helpful at all times I would strongly recommend them to anyone
I’ve recently lost my husband 🥲I’ve had to change a few things nothing is to much trouble been amazing 💯
Please give them a go you won’t be disappointed honestly 👍
Really great service
Really great service . Everything explained that I asked for . Spencer was friendly and professional.. will def use again A+++++
Helpful and informative advice
Helpful and informative advice. Easy to understand and set up. Attentive and experienced staff who answered all questions without untoward comment.
Chris was very helpful and made the…
Chris was very helpful and made the process easy to understand. He was very friendly and put me at my ease. Thank you.
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