Posts from October 2024

Probate Registry faster but not fast enough

Posted on 25th October 2024

Toroises are known to be slow and so is the probate service

The latest data from HM Courts & Tribunals Service shows overall improvements from the Probate Registry although long delays continue.

Causes of poor performance include inexperienced staff and reduced service standards. Long delays and ‘stops’ on applications for probate remain common although the average time is reportedly 9.3 weeks (July 2024). That’s back to September 2022 levels.

Will the budget abolish the residence nil rate band for inheritance tax?

Posted on 11th October 2024

Abolishing the £175,000 residence nil-rate band (RNRB) is a possibility in the budget on 30th October. The government might also consider other amendments to the inheritance tax (IHT) system.

House prices are going up but inheritance tax thresholds are unchanged so more families must pay.

Posts from October 2024

Probate Registry faster but not fast enough

Will the budget abolish the residence nil rate band for inheritance tax?

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