Tom Couch

In a significant move to address the ongoing injustice faced by victims of the Infected Blood Scandal, Chancellor Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget has introduced a welcome and long-awaited change to the Inheritance Tax (IHT) rules for those affected. ...

Estate Planning and the New “Mansion Tax”: What Homeowners Need to Know Today’s Budget, delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, has brought some significant changes for high-net-worth individuals, particularly in the realm of estate...

Planning for the future of your estate is crucial, especially in the context of family dynamics that may change due to divorce or separation. This article explores how careful estate planning, through the use of testamentary instruments such as Wills,...

Pension Nominations: Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, and the Impact of the October 2024 Budget. Pension death benefits play an increasingly important role in estate planning. However, the rules around nominations, tax treatment, and trustee discretion can...

Challenging Misconceptions: Wills and Lasting Power of Attorney for Neurodivergent Individuals. Neurodiversity Celebration Week (17 to 23 March 2025) is a time to recognise and empower neurodivergent individuals, challenging outdated stereotypes, and...

Solicitor-Drafted Wills and LPAs: The Gold Standard for Protecting Your Future Estate planning is one of the most crucial steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones from life’s uncertainties. As highlighted in The Martin Lewis Money...