Inheriting a house? What happens next (including tax)
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Inheriting a house? What happens next (including tax)
Posted by Ian Henman on March 26, 2026

Inheriting a house can be a blessing – but it’s important you understand what you need to do, and what the tax implications are.

IHT: when the 7-year rule becomes the 14-year rule
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IHT: when the 7-year rule becomes the 14-year rule
Posted by Ian Henman on March 9, 2026

Inheritance Tax is complicated! Without the right planning, you get can get tripped up by the 14-year rule and pay more than you need.

Inheritance Tax on pensions 2027: the new “double tax” trap
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Inheritance Tax on pensions 2027: the new “double tax” trap
Posted by Ian Henman on February 2, 2026

Inheritance Tax on pensions 2027: new rules could see families lose 67% of their pot. Discover how the the “double tax” trap will work.

Inheritance Tax and charities: how gifts affect your IHT bill
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Inheritance Tax and charities: how gifts affect your IHT bill
Posted by Ian Henman on January 26, 2026

Are you thinking of leaving money to charity in your Will? If so, take a look at our post on Inheritance Tax and charities before you do.

Inheritance Tax and the Acceptance in Lieu scheme
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Inheritance Tax and the Acceptance in Lieu scheme
Posted by Ben Locker on January 1, 2026

If you have an IHT, you may be able to settle it by donating items such as artworks and manuscripts via the Acceptance in Lieu scheme.

Inheritance Tax changes and common questions
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Inheritance Tax changes and common questions
Posted by Ian Henman on December 30, 2025

Inheritance tax rules can be difficult to understand, so we have answered some of the most common IHT questions.

Gifts out of surplus income and Inheritance Tax
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Gifts out of surplus income and Inheritance Tax
Posted by Ian Henman on December 11, 2025

If you give gifts out of surplus income, they don’t attract Inheritance Tax. Yet few people do this. We look at how this tax break works.

The THP Guide to UK Inheritance Tax Planning
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The THP Guide to UK Inheritance Tax Planning
Posted by Ian Henman on September 17, 2025

UK Inheritance tax planning – we explain how to calculate the tax due to the Treasury upon your death or the death of a loved one.

What is a Grant of Probate?
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What is a Grant of Probate?
Posted by Ian Henman on September 1, 2025

Find out what a grant of probate is, why you need it to manage someone’s estate and how to make probate run smoothly.

IHT forms: which ones could help you claim back thousands?
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IHT forms: which ones could help you claim back thousands?
Posted by Karen Jones on August 15, 2025

When you lose a loved one you may need to pay inheritance tax. But, there are two IHT forms that could help you claim back thousands.

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