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Wills, Estate planning Donna Hames BA Hons LLB Hons GDL(CPE) MIPW Wills, Estate planning Donna Hames BA Hons LLB Hons GDL(CPE) MIPW

Can I give away my home to avoid tax?

Are you considering gifting your house to your children while you're still living in it?

You can give your house away to your children and continue living in it. BUT… and it’s a very big BUT… have you considered the 7 major disadvantages?

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Wills, Inheritance Tax Donna Hames BA Hons LLB Hons GDL(CPE) MIPW Wills, Inheritance Tax Donna Hames BA Hons LLB Hons GDL(CPE) MIPW

Can I leave £1m with no tax?

When Boris was still the Mayor of London in 2016, you’ll remember an announcement that the inheritance tax threshold would be increased to £1m. Here, we provide a simple explanation of the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) and an interpretation of the key aspects of the legislation.

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