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The new Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief rules
On 6 April 2026, the government’s changes to the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) took effect. Initial plans were altered in
What is intermeddling in estate administration?
After a death, the personal representatives of the deceased have the job of winding up the estate. If they don’t want to take on the
Do you need a solicitor for a Lasting Power of Attorney?
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint a trusted friend or relative to manage your affairs for you, in case you ever
What happens if there is a missing beneficiary after somebody dies?
If the executors or administrators of an estate cannot find a beneficiary, it can complicate matters. We look at how to handle missing beneficiaries, and
How can the Court of Protection help if a relative loses mental capacity?
If you are in the difficult position of having a loved one who is no longer able to manage their own affairs, you may need
How long does probate take?
If you are winding up the estate of someone who has died, or you will be inheriting from an estate, you may be wondering how