Posts tagged “inheritance tax”

New guidance on help to pay inheritance tax

Posted on 28th May 2024

Even if your family home is a cute countryside cottage inheritance tax might still be use when you die.

HM Revenues and Customs (HMRC) has published guidance on applying for a grant on credit for Inheritance Tax (IHT) payments.

There have also been updates to the tax rules and processes affecting trusts and estates.

No changes in the Spring Budget for IHT

Posted on 25th March 2024

The Spring Budget announced to the uK parliament didn't include amendments to IHT

There were a lot of rumours ahead of the Spring Budget on 6th March about changes to inheritance tax (IHT).

Action was expected to make sure policy was clear ahead of the General Election later this year.

However, nothing was mentioned, leaving the government’s position unspecified despite other tax changes such as National Insurance Contributions (NICs). There were also changes to Child Benefit and VAT registration.

Inheritance tax affects more families as property values rise

Posted on 20th December 2023

the price of a family home is increasing, adding to inheritance tax paid by many families.

Since the 2009/10 tax year government receipts from Inheritance Tax (IHT) have increased, reaching over £7billion in 2022/23. By 2027/28 the figure could reach £8.4billion.

These dramatic increases are largely due to rising property values and the continued freeze on inheritance tax thresholds. This means more estates than ever exceed £325,000 when 40% IHT comes in to effect.

How to reduce Inheritance Tax: Regular financial support for your children

Posted on 13th November 2023

You can give gifts to family members out of your excess income.

You can make regular payments to your children out of your income which can help reduce Inheritance Tax (IHT).

Understanding government proposals for tax on pensions

Posted on 25th September 2023

There are plans to revise the pension and inheritance tax system. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is also proposing changes to exemptions for people who inherit pensions. You and your benficiaries could lose more funds from your back pocket.

New pension tax and inheritance rules could take more funds from your back pocket

Will the government cut inheritance tax?

Posted on 27th April 2023

It has been reported the government is considering a cut in Inheritance Tax (IHT) before the general election.

Figures from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) show that government income from IHT was approaching £1billion higher in February than in the same period last year.

Money and property are subject to inheritance tax.

Are you giving cash gifts this Christmas?

Posted on 9th December 2022

Cash gofts at Christmas can be tax efficient

Money is tight this year, so cash might be a good alternative for a Christmas gift for your friends, family, or favourite charity. Before you give cash gifts, here are some things to consider.

Plan today to reduce tomorrow’s inheritance tax

Posted on 25th November 2022

When you die your family could need to pay inheritance tax (IHT) on your estate. However, with some estate planning in advance you can help to reduce the amount of IHT due.