by theinheritanceguru | Dec 8, 2025 | Inheritance, Pension
Trusts, Excluded Property & the New IHT LandscapeExcluded property trusts are no longer the safe haven they once were. The new residence-based IHT rules could bring offshore trusts into HMRC’s reach. Is your trust still fit for purpose?For years, UK...
by theinheritanceguru | Dec 5, 2025 | Inheritance
Many people assume that once they leave the UK, they immediately escape inheritance tax on their worldwide assets. Sadly, that’s not the case under the new rules. As of 2025, the government has introduced a “tail” period for former UK residents. This means that even...
by theinheritanceguru | Oct 23, 2025 | Inheritance, Pension
Trusts, Excluded Property & the New IHT LandscapeExcluded property trusts are no longer the safe haven they once were. The new residence-based IHT rules could bring offshore trusts into HMRC’s reach. Is your trust still fit for purpose?For years, UK...
by theinheritanceguru | Oct 16, 2025 | Inheritance, Pension
From Domicile to Long-Term Residence: What Changed in April 2025 April 2025 changed the inheritance tax rules forever: domicile is out, long-term residence is in. Many globally mobile families are now caught in the UK IHT net without realising it. Are your overseas...
by theinheritanceguru | Sep 5, 2025 | Inheritance, Pension
Your Pension Could Soon Be a 40% Tax Trap – Here’s What You Need to Know Before April 2027 For years, many people have assumed their pension is a safe, tax-efficient way to pass on wealth. But from 6 April 2027, unused pension funds will be counted as part of...
by theinheritanceguru | Feb 26, 2025 | Inheritance
If you’re a farmer, landowner, or rural business owner, you’ve likely heard about the recent changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) announced in the 2024 Budget. These new rules, set to take effect from April 2026, could have a significant impact on how agricultural estates...
