About Ian Henman
London lad Ian joined THP in October 2016 to set up and manage THP’s new legal services department.
Starting at the tender age of 19 Ian spent almost 30 years building his career at Natwest/RBS becoming a business client account manager to many local businesses.
Ian was looking for a new challenge and as THP was searching for someone to gain accreditations and spearhead the legal services department, there was a clear synergy.
Posts by Ian Henman
Quick Succession Relief: how to reduce Inheritance Tax on two deaths
Posted by Ian Henman on October 29, 2026Quick Succession Relief can reduce Inheritance Tax when someone dies within five years of receiving a taxable inheritance. Discover how it works, who qualifies and how much you could save.
Tens of thousands of Lasting Power of Attorney applications rejected
Posted by Ian Henman on October 26, 2026Tens of thousands of Lasting Power of Attorney applications are rejected every year. We look at common errors and how to avoid them.
Inheritance Tax for unmarried couples: why Ricky Gervais might follow Ken Dodd
Posted by Ian Henman on October 26, 2026Inheritance Tax for unmarried couples: why might Ricky Gervais follow Ken Dodd? Understand the risks, the 2027 pension changes and your options.
Unclaimed legacies – could you be owed a windfall?
Posted by Ian Henman on October 15, 2026Unclaimed legacies – could you be due a windfall? We examine the process that comes into play when beneficiaries cannot be traced.
Lifetime gifts and Inheritance Tax: how to notify HMRC
Posted by Ian Henman on September 30, 2026You may know that lifetime gifts can be exempt from IHT if you live for seven years afterwards. But how do you report them to the taxman?
Buying a business? Your financial due diligence checklist
Posted by Ian Henman on August 13, 2026Use our financial due diligence checklist to assess profits, cash flow, liabilities and forecasts before buying a business. Find out how THP can help.
How to register a trust – act now to avoid a fine!
Posted by Ian Henman on August 7, 2026Did you know that many non-taxable trusts need to be registered with HMRC? Register your trust now to avoid a fine.
Inheritance Tax insurance and the 7-year rule
Posted by Ian Henman on July 1, 2026More and more people are getting caught in the IHT trap. Can Inheritance Tax insurance be helpful when making gifts to family and loved ones?
Gifts and Inheritance Tax: don’t fall foul of the rules!
Posted by Ian Henman on April 29, 2026Do you understand the complex rules governing gifts and Inheritance Tax? If not, HMRC could easily hit you with an unexpectedly high IHT bill.
Powers of Attorney and Pensions – a good couple
Posted by Ian Henman on March 30, 2026Powers of Attorney really are vital to have in place before someone becomes old or loses the capacity to make decisions.
