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Understanding Agricultural Property Relief (APR): Rules, Eligibility and Budget reforms

Agricultural Property Relief is an important inheritance tax relief to be aware of in England and Wales. It allows certain…
8 months ago
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Understanding the Trust Registration Service (TRS): What Trustees Need to Know

The Trust Registration Service (TRS) has undergone significant expansion in recent years, placing new obligations on Trustees across the UK….
10 months ago
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The implication of the Gender Recognition Act 2004 on Inheritance, 20 years on…

The Gender Recognition Act 2004, which came into effect 4 April 2005, was a monumental piece of legislation for transgender…
1 year ago
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Signed, Sealed… Disputed: Aretha Franklin’s Sons Battle Over Hidden Handwritten Wills

When the Queen of Soul passed away in 2018, she left more than just a legacy of timeless music –…
1 year ago
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The Intestacy rule and what this means for the Liam Payne Estate

When someone passes away, they leave behind assets and liabilities (their Estate) that need to be dealt with. Who is…
1 year ago
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Asset Protection Trusts and Family Settlement Trusts – a good thing?

In recent years, asset protection trusts have been often marketed as a means of safeguarding clients’ wealth for future generations,…
1 year ago
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George Foreman – Who is set to inherit his Grill Empire?

On March 21 2025, the legendary boxer George Foreman passed away leaving behind an estimated $300 million estate (equating to…
1 year ago
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The Benefits of Marriage for Your Will and Inheritance Tax Position

Marriage is a significant milestone in life, and a legally binding contract that requires careful thought and consideration. One of…
1 year ago
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Our Private Wealth and Inheritance Team: Securing Your Future

Planning for the future is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones and…
1 year ago
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Making Your Will – Minimising the Risk of Challenge

There is never a bad time to emphasise the importance of good planning….
1 year ago
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Removing a Trustee or an Executor

There are circumstances where a trustee simply no longer wishes to act and wishes to step down. Equally a trustee…
2 years ago
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Don’t let your Christmas gift become a lump of coal

With the festive season in full swing and trying to think of the perfect gift, many of us might consider…
2 years ago