Will Writing – A step by step guide

Writing a will is an important part of ensuring that your assets and belongings are properly distributed after passing. It can be a daunting and overwhelming task if you don’t have all the necessary information—but it’s also one of the most crucial steps for ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of in the…
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Why do you need an Estate Plan?

Are you familiar with estate planning? Whether this term is new to you or something that’s on your radar already, the reality is that it’s an important concept for anyone, especially if you have young children and other loved ones, as well as assets of a reasonable value. Creating an estate plan doesn’t have to…
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Who will inherit if there is no will – the UK intestacy rules

When an individual passes away unexpectedly without a valid Will, their possessions and overall estate becomes subject to a set of rules known as the “rules of intestacy”. While these rules are set with logic to ensure the closest family members receive the bulk of the estate, it may not reflect one’s actual wishes. So,…
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Rising UK property prices increase IHT bills

What happens if I don’t pay 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…
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Locating important documents when someone dies: How to find a Will

Locating the important documents of somebody who has just died is often a cause of additional stress and anxiety for family members. The first and most important of documents needed at this time is the Will, which specifies how the estate will be divided after the Testator’s death. Locating a Will and other important Estate…
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Estate Planning Checklist

Estate planning checklist

A complete estate plan not only takes into account your belongings and property but also your relatives and loved ones. By planning ahead, you can minimize future stress on those closest and help ensure your wishes are carried out. An estate planning checklist will remind you of the decisions you’ll need to make when implementing…
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Moving to the UK: Tax and Estate matters to consider

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…
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When start saving for retirement

When should I start saving for retirement?

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…
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Private Pensions and 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…
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Imagine Retirement Starts Tomorrow

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…
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