News & Information - April 2026

27 Apr 2026

Small Wins – Helping Clients Reduce Their IHT Exposure

Small Wins – Helping Clients Reduce Their IHT ExposurePractical, everyday reliefs that add up to significant savingsWhen advising clients with an inheritance tax exposure there's a natural tendency amongst Will writers and solicitors to advise on th...

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22 Apr 2026

Introduction to Will Trusts – A Beginner's Guide

Introduction to Will Trusts A beginner's guide – what they are, why they matter, and when to use them If you're new to willwriting, the word "trust" can feel intimidating. It sounds complicated. It sounds like something only wealthy clients need....

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22 Apr 2026

Cryptocurrency and Estate Planning

Cryptocurrency and Estate Planning What practitioners need to know now that digital assets are officially property For years, cryptocurrency existed in a legal grey area. Was it property? Could it be inherited? What happened to a Bitcoin wallet when th...

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10 Apr 2026

Probate Delays on the Rise

Growing Proportion of Estates Taking Longer for Probate to Be Granted155% increase in cases taking over 18 months raises concern for families and executorsConcerns have been raised over growing delays in the probate system, following a Freedom of Informat...

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07 Apr 2026

One in Five Fear Loved Ones Can't Find Key Documents

Hidden Disorder: One in Five Fear Loved Ones Can't Find Key DocumentsNew research reveals widespread 'life admin disorder' across British homesA significant number of British adults fear their loved ones would struggle to locate essential documents follow...

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02 Apr 2026

Lifetime Trusts - New Course

LIFETIME TRUSTSConfidently Advise Clients on Trust-Based Estate PlanningReady to move beyond basic Wills and confidently advise on lifetime trusts?This one-day interactive webinar equips estate planners with the knowledge, clarity, and confidence to under...

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01 Apr 2026

HMRC UPDATED REGULATIONS FOR "TAX ADVISERS"

HMRC Updated Regulations for "Tax Advisers"What you need to know – coming into force May 2026HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is introducing a major change to the way tax advisers are regulated and registered, and it's due to come into force in May 2...

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01 Apr 2026

Undue Influence and Fraudulent Calumny

Risk Factors to Consider – Undue Influence and Fraudulent CalumnyUnderstanding the subtle threats to testamentary freedomWhen a Will is challenged after death, two of the most complex allegations a practitioner may encounter are undue influence and ...

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