A number of leading charity bodies have voiced concerns that controversial plans to introduce a new, banded system of probate fees – which were shelved ahead of the General Election – could be ‘resurrected’ in coming weeks.
Britons urged to be wary of neighbourly disputes this summer
Britons are being urged to be wary of neighbourly disputes this summer, which are likely to become more common as the weather heats up and people start spending more time outdoors using noisy garden equipment or hosting BBQs and parties.
Rise in demand for UK commercial property
An increasing number of UK and international investors are gravitating towards the UK’s commercial property market, several recent studies suggest.
More UK families to face IHT as property prices continue to rise
The latest research from the National Association of Estate Agents has forecast that the average UK property price will hit £419,000 by 2025 – meaning that more and more Britons are likely to find themselves facing Inheritance Tax (IHT) bills in later life.
Government form Small business Brexit advisory group
An advisory group has been launched to give small businesses a voice during the Brexit negotiations, it has been announced.