Spring Budget 2024: Simplifying the UK’s Tax Reforms for Non-Domiciled Residents

The UK government is committed to creating a tax system that not only draws in global talent and investment but also spurs economic expansion. At the heart of its philosophy lies the conviction that individuals with more substantial financial means ought to bear a larger share of the tax burden.  Outdated Domicile Concept and Tax…
Read more

Understanding the Role of the Family Trustee

In the labyrinth of the high-net-worth family universe, the trustee stands as a cryptic figure, a guardian of the family’s legacy. They are tasked with wielding significant power and responsibility over the wealth and welfare of those within the trust. But what does this role entail, and why is it of such crucial importance to…
Read more

How much does Inheritance Tax Planning cost?

The original content of this article has been affected by the UK Autumn Budget 2024 Announcement. Please be advised that the information in this article regarding QNUPS and IHT has been reviewed in June 2026, following the recent HMRC May 11th Technical Note (IHT on Pensions), which outlines the tax treatment of QNUPS for non-UK…
Read more

Soteria Trusts wins Hong Kong Business High Flyers Awards for the 10th year!

On January 30, 2024, a prestigious recognition program for innovative enterprises, the HKB High Flyers Awards, announced its winners at a ceremony held at the Hyatt Regency in Hong Kong. Among the most innovative enterprises recognized was Soteria Trusts, a brand of the Business Class Group, which has been nominated and has now won awards…
Read more

Five ‘Tools’ to Slash IHT Bill with Soteria Trusts

The original content of this article has been affected by the UK Autumn Budget 2024 Announcement. Please be advised that the information in this article regarding QNUPS and IHT has been reviewed in June 2026, following the recent HMRC May 11th Technical Note (IHT on Pensions), which outlines the tax treatment of QNUPS for non-UK…
Read more

Pros and Cons of QNUPS 

The original content of this article has been affected by the UK Autumn Budget 2024 Announcement. Please be advised that the information in this article regarding QNUPS and IHT has been reviewed in June 2026, following the recent HMRC May 11th Technical Note (IHT on Pensions), which outlines the tax treatment of QNUPS for non-UK…
Read more

Estate Planning: Why You Should Begin Now

If you’re wondering when the right time to start estate planning is, the answer is simple: it’s now. Our comprehensive guide will explain the importance of estate planning and why you should begin sooner rather than later.   Have you thought about what will happen to your assets and belongings after you’re gone? While it may…
Read more

Year-End Estate Plan Review for HK Expats 

The original content of this article has been affected by the UK Autumn Budget 2024 Announcement. Please be advised that the information in this article regarding QNUPS and IHT has been reviewed in June 2026, following the recent HMRC May 11th Technical Note (IHT on Pensions), which outlines the tax treatment of QNUPS for non-UK…
Read more

What is Business Relief and how does it apply to IHT? 

The original content of this article has been affected by the UK Autumn Budget 2024 Announcement. Please be advised that the information in this article regarding QNUPS and IHT has been reviewed in June 2026, following the recent HMRC May 11th Technical Note (IHT on Pensions), which outlines the tax treatment of QNUPS for non-UK…
Read more

The Taxman Cometh: UK Government Collects £2.6bn in Inheritance Tax  

The original content of this article has been affected by the UK Autumn Budget 2024 Announcement. Please be advised that the information in this article regarding QNUPS and IHT has been reviewed in June 2026, following the recent HMRC May 11th Technical Note (IHT on Pensions), which outlines the tax treatment of QNUPS for non-UK…
Read more