IHT
DeVere forms alliance with law firm
International IFA giant deVere has partnered with global law firm Stephenson Harwood to offer its clients access to legal advice on financial planning issues.
Tax & Technical | 13 Oct 15
EU succession regulation moves beyond borders
Intended to simplify succession law throughout the EU, legislation known as ‘Brussels IV’ now applies to the estates of deceased people in most EU countries.
Retirement | 1 Oct 15
Guernsey gives green light for flexi-drawdown changes
Guernsey’s Government has passed legislation allowing flexi-drawdown for its international pension plans, including delisted QROPS funds.
Tax & Regulation | 22 Sep 15
New twist in IHT rules allows non property owners to gain
People do not need to own a property to take advantage of the new UK inheritance tax rules, according to a detailed technical note released by HM Revenue & Customs.
Tax & Regulation | 10 Aug 15
IHT savings to hit new record through SME relief
UK taxpayers are set to save a record £565m in inheritance tax this year by taking advantage of a Government scheme which offers relief to investors in small businesses.