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It’s never too early to start planning for Inheritance Tax (IHT). The earlier you begin, the more options you have to protect your wealth and pass it on efficiently. Ideally, IHT planning should start as soon as you begin to accumulate significant assets—this might be through property, business ownership, or investments. Early planning allows you to make full use of reliefs, exemptions, and strategies such as gifting, trusts, and business succession planning. At our firm, we work closely with you to create a tailored plan that reflects your goals and safeguards your legacy.
Gifts made during your lifetime can be a valuable part of Inheritance Tax planning—but they may still be subject to tax depending on when they’re given. Generally, gifts made more than seven years before your death are exempt from Inheritance Tax. However, gifts made within seven years may be taxed on a sliding scale, and some types of gifts—like those into certain trusts—can have immediate tax implications. We help you understand the rules, structure gifts smartly and make tax-efficient decisions that align with your long-term plans while staying compliant with HMRC.
From April 2026, Business Relief will be capped—offering 100% relief on the first £1 million of qualifying business assets, with 50% relief on any value above that. This valuable relief can significantly reduce Inheritance Tax on business interests such as shares in unlisted companies, sole trader enterprises, and partnerships.
To qualify, the business assets must usually have been held for at least two years before death. With the right planning, Business Relief can help you pass on your business tax-efficiently and secure its future. We work closely with you to ensure your business is structured to make the most of all available reliefs and allowances.
If you are resident for tax purposes, your worldwide assets—including those held overseas—are subject to UK Inheritance Tax. This means foreign property, investments, and bank accounts may be included in your estate. Some countries also impose their own inheritance or estate taxes, which can lead to double taxation. However, the UK has double taxation treaties with certain countries that may offer relief.
Careful planning is essential to manage exposure and ensure your cross-border estate is structured efficiently. We help clients navigate the complexities of international assets and Inheritance Tax to protect their global wealth.