Writing and updating Wills during coronavirus social distancing
The advice given in this article is correct as of 30th March 2020. The situation…
April 28, 2020 By Phil Reed
Taxing times!
At a time when tax is a ‘hot topic’, we outline a Government-approved investment scheme…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Owning property overseas: new rules affecting inheritance
Owning a property overseas can be a very rewarding experience but many owners fail to…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Succession planning – why it’s good to talk
A recent study has revealed that 47 per cent of all UK adults have never discussed…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
The best laid plans – pre-paid funerals under greater scrutiny
Our private client team warns that pre-paid funerals may be subject to greater financial scrutiny…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
A wolf in sheep’s clothing – HRMC continues crackdown on tax avoidance schemes
HMRC are still hot on the heels of tax avoiders who have previously used disguised…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
A stitch in time – the benefits of professionally drafted will
Our private client team highlights the importance of having a professionally drafted Will in place.…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Pre-nuptial agreement and wills
As the popularity of pre-nuptial agreements increases the private client team at Stephens Scown highlights…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Business Tax Changes – Here we go again!
The hot weather and the excitement of recent sporting events has not prevented the Government…
April 9, 2020 By Stephens Scown
When there’s a Will there’s a way!
Recent studies have shown that people aged 55 and over are 3 times more likely…
April 3, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Update Your Will – Make a New Will
Make it your New Years resolution to make a Will or update your existing Will…
March 30, 2020 By Janet Porter
Death Rate of Inheritance Tax – Death duties to be reduced?
The death rate of Inheritance Tax (IHT) as been set at 40% for many years. …
March 30, 2020 By Ian Newcombe