Reducing exposure to the 45% rate
The 45% rate of tax. It should be a spur for affected couples to ensure they are taking full advantage of both of their allowances and lower rate tax bands, and all available reliefs
Multiple trust planning
Why advising your clients to use multiple discretionary trusts in their planning can save them money when it comes to calculating the ten yearly inheritance tax (IHT) charge. This is often referred to as the “Rysaffe” principle
13 November 2025
A reminder of some of the basic IHT planning points
Inheritance tax planning options. With the nil rate band frozen at £325,000, are your clients taking advantage of the inheritance tax planning options available to them?
CGT on property sales & EIS investments - a case study
The CGT on the sale of a UK residential property, by a UK resident, which must be paid within 60 days of completion of the contract. This needs to be taken into account when making EIS investments to defer the payment of CGT
Pensions carry forward - a quick guide
The payment of pension contributions to maximise the current tax year’s annual allowance and to make full use of carry forward is an important consideration for higher and additional rate taxpayers