Cohabiting couples face legal blind spots as reform drags on

With cohabiting couples now the fastest-growing family type in the UK, many believe they have similar legal protections to married couples – especially after long relationships or where there are children involved. But the reality can come as a shock when those relationships end. Despite ongoing pressure from legal and policy bodies, meaningful reform still … Read more

Succession planning for agricultural estates

Succession planning for agricultural estates has become more challenging due to provisions announced in the UK 2024 Budget. The key change is the capping of Agricultural and Business property relief. What is agricultural and business property relief? Agricultural and business property relief applies to qualifying assets eligible for 100% agricultural property relief and 100% business … Read more

Strategic lifetime gifting and how to minimise your IHT liability during your lifetime.

The Autumn Budget 2024 introduced some unexpected provisions regarding Inheritance Tax (IHT) that have wide-ranging implications for those whose estates are likely to be subject to IHT following their death. Inheritance Tax is payable on an estate with a net value of more than £325,000. Any estate above that figure is charged at a flat … Read more