Estate...
Below are our articles on the subject of Estate. If you can't see what you are looking for our other categories are displayed on the left under 'Our Quick Links'...
Administration of Your Estate
Looking at the way in which the estates of individuals who die without making a will are handled....
Choosing a Trust Type for Inheritance Tax - Step by Step
Setting up a trust to avoid Inheritance Tax can be a confusing prospect. There are several main factors that you should consider....
Estate Jargon: Key Concepts Explained
There is a wide range of jargon surrounding estate and probate law. It is important that you understand the key terms before taking any action in this field....
Probate Valuation Explained
Investigating the process of probate valuation, and explains why it is important that it is begun promptly....
Protecting your Estate from Market Fluctuations
Looking at some of the ways in which assets can be safeguarded in these times of financial turmoil....
Providing Security for your Dependants
Looking at some of the ways in which individuals can provide financial security for their dependants and other beneficiaries....
Rules on Estates for Non-Domiciled Individuals
Investigating the newly announced changes to rules regarding the tax treatment of non-domiciled individuals....
Tax Relief Through Gifting
Looking at the way in which an Inheritance Tax liability can be reduced through the use of gift exemptions....
The Probate Process and How to Avoid It
Looking at the difficulties that can arise as a result of the probate process, and investigates ways in which the process can be avoided....
What Are Equitable Estates?
This article looks at the concept of the equitable estate, and its implications for inheritance....
What is an Estate?
The concept of the estate is vitally important for understanding both the probate process and the principle of equitable interests....
What is Estate Planning?
Looking at some of the definitions of ‘estate planning’, and investigates some of the tools that can be used to formulate an effective plan....