IHT Planning and Pension Tax Free Cash

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Since 2015, pensions have been the best Inheritance Tax planning tool available but, as we all know, the Chancellor is set to change that from 6th April 2027. From 6th April 2027, income tax and IHT will apply to what your beneficiaries take from your pension pot after you die. With all the potential ramifications,…

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Can you reclaim IHT after stock market falls?

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Most of us are aware that IHT is levied based upon the value of the estate at the date of death. Further, IHT needs to be paid before probate is granted and investments can be sold. Bearing in mind the current market volatility, those investments could be worth a lot less now. Paying tax on…

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