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Giving land and property to charity need not be taxing

Gifts of property or land to charities can burden people with a hefty tax bill if they are not administered properly, Jacqui Lazare, a senior associate lawyer has warned.

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Divorce and the valuation of farm assets

Providing a realistic valuation of farm assets in the case of divorce can be ‘tricky’ not only because of the inherent uncertainties farmers face such as weather, rising prices and subsidies but now also because of a seven-year Brexit transition rule, says family law specialist Philippa Yeo.

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20-week ‘no fault’ divorce moratorium ‘excessive’

A year on from the introduction of the so-called ‘no fault’ divorce law, the legislation is proving effective, but the process can take longer.

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Prepare for imminent tax changes around divorce

Capital gains tax rules are changing to make it easier for divorcing couples to divide their assets after separating without incurring a tax charge.

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20-week ‘no fault’ divorce moratorium ‘excessive’

A year on from the introduction of the so-called ‘no fault’ divorce law, the legislation is proving effective, but the process can take longer.

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Read more on 20-week ‘no fault’ divorce moratorium ‘excessive’

Prepare for imminent tax changes around divorce

Capital gains tax rules are changing to make it easier for divorcing couples to divide their assets after separating without incurring a tax charge.

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Minor children and 1975 Inheritance Act Claims

The starting point in any estate claim is that a person making a Will (a testator) can leave their money and assets to anyone as they please.

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Inheritance tax planning in uncertain times

In this article we look at how to carry out inheritance tax (IHT) planning in a way that is timely and does not lead to an unwelcome amount of immediate financial detriment. “May you live in interesting times” reads the Chinese curse; the last several years in the UK… “”

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What happens to a holiday home when the property owner becomes incapacitated?

Many of your clients may own second homes abroad, with France and Spain being popular locations. When your clients bought their holiday home they may have given some thought to what happens to the property on their death, especially in view of the forced… “”

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