Articles #inheritance tax

Who qualifies for RNRB, how the £2m taper works, transferable & downsizing additions, and how to claim.

If someone dies and their estate is worth more than the basic Inheritance Tax threshold, their estate may qualify for the residence nil rate band (RNRB) before any Inheritance Tax is due.

How pensions may affect inheritance tax from April 2027, why the £2 million line matters, and which planning tools may need both legal and financial inp

A practical guide to when survivorship clauses in Wills help, when they can backfire, and why they should not be added automatically

A plain-English guide to probate and executor support, when help may be needed, and how Fern Wills & LPAs can make a warm introduction to a trusted probate specialist.

Plain-English answers to common questions about words used in Wills, LPAs, trusts, probate, property ownership and inheritance tax.

A practical guide for executors and families after a Will has been found, covering the original Will, codicils, executor choices, early estate steps and probate preparation.