UK Inheritance Tax Liabilities Reach a New High UK inheritance tax figures are attracting renewed attention as the value of inheritance tax liabilities has surpassed £7 billion for the first time. The latest HMRC data, covering estates where the person died during the 2023–24 tax year, highlights how more families are being drawn into the scope...
HMRC has issued updated guidance reminding tax agents that estates cannot move between informal reporting and complex estate reporting once they have been registered for Self Assessment during the same administration period. Where an estate initially qualifies for informal reporting but later becomes more complex, agents must register it for Self Assessment through the Trust...
A House of Lords report has raised concerns about the practical impact of new inheritance tax rules affecting pension assets. From spring 2027, families will have just six months to report pension valuations and settle any IHT due. The report warns that the tight deadline could discourage people from acting as personal representatives, given the...
Growing numbers of families are turning to trusts as part of inheritance tax planning ahead of expected reforms. HMRC data shows that 121,000 trusts were registered in the 2024/25 tax year, up from 115,000 the year before. With the inheritance tax nil-rate band remaining frozen at £325,000 since 2009, advisers report increased interest in alternative...
A welcome update for succession planning The UK government has announced an increase to the IHT relief cap, bringing important changes for families, farmers, and business owners who rely on Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR). This update is designed to provide greater certainty and protection for those passing on family assets,...
The government has confirmed that inheritance tax relief for farmers will increase, lifting the threshold from £1m to £2.5m. The move follows widespread concern within the farming community, with concern raised over plans set out in last year’s Budget that would see a 20% tax on inherited agricultural assets worth more than £1m as of...
Why family estate planning matters When it comes to protecting your wealth and ensuring your loved ones are looked after, family estate planning is essential. Whether through wills, trusts, or a combination of both, it provides peace of mind that your assets will be distributed according to your wishes while minimising complications for your family....
Inheritance tax 2025 remains a significant concern for many families in the UK. It is a tax on the estate (property, money, and possessions) of someone who has passed away. As property values continue to rise, more estates are being caught in the inheritance tax net. Knowing the rules and exemptions can help families plan...
A growing concern is emerging among small business owners, as government tax reforms could inadvertently force 15,000 family-run businesses into closure. A recent warning highlights the potentially devastating impact of proposed pension tax changes, particularly those involving Inheritance Tax (IHT) and the treatment of family business assets. Understanding the Pensions Tax Raid At the heart...
The amount of inheritance tax (IHT) collected by HMRC continues to rise rapidly, reaching £ 6.7 billion in the 2022/23 tax year, some 12 percent higher than the 2021/22 figure. One in every 21 deaths resulted in an IHT charge, equal to the previous high of 2016/17 before the residential nil-rate band was introduced. The...
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