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What To Do When You Inherit A Property
While inheriting a property may come with sentimental value, it also brings important financial and legal considerations. Understanding your options will help you make the right decision for your circumstances.
To guide you through the process, we’ve outlined key considerations when inheriting a property, including your choices, tax implications, and legal steps.
Younger Generation Likely to Benefit from Inheritance Lump Sums
Over £400 billion could be passed down from grandparents straight to grandchildren in the coming decades.
Gifting Money at Christmas
When giving money at Christmas, not everyone considers the implications and legalities around taxation.
New Rules on Inheritance Tax
With more UK families paying inheritance tax than ever before, the government has introduced new rules for the inheritance tax free allowance.
Revisions to Inheritance Tax
The number of families in the UK paying inheritance tax is at a 35 year high...
The Number of Contested Wills is Increasing
The number of wills that are being contested is increasing after family members dispute the wishes of deceased relatives.