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Inheritance Tax

Inheritance tax (IHT) taper relief on gifts explained

This is a popular question and often causes confusion. So I thought I’d lay out a brief explanation of how inheritance tax (IHT) taper relief…

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The best online will writing services in the UK

In this article we look at the best online Will writing services in the UK. We explain ways in which you can get a Will…

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Farewill Review – The smartest way to do a will?

In this independent Farewill review I look at the services they offer, how much Farewill costs, its pros and cons and how it compares to…

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Inheritance tax explained

Inheritance tax explained Inheritance tax (IHT) is paid if a deceased person’s total estate and certain gifts are worth more than £325,000 when they die….

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What is a will and should I get one?

Getting a Will has never been easier thanks to improved technology and an increase in competition. In this article we look at how to get…

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What happens if I die without a Will?

What is a Will and do I need one? A Will is a legal document that sets out what is to happen to your estate…

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Who can inherit if there is no will – the rules of intestacy explained

What is intestacy? If someone dies without a valid Will then they will be known as having ‘died intestate’ and their estate (money, property and…

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Do I have to pay inheritance tax on my parents’ house?  

Inheritance tax (IHT) is one of the most controversial taxes. People often question why the taxman takes money from the hard-earned funds in someone’s estate…

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What happens to my ISA when I die?

In this article we look at what happens to your ISA when you die. We explain what happens if you have a surviving spouse as…

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The 10 best ways to avoid inheritance tax

10 ways to avoid inheritance tax When you die you may want your estate to pass on to your children but having to pay inheritance…

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