Blog
Jul 2023
Not all doom and gloom in the housing market?
The Halifax House Price Index has been released for the month of June - however it has revealed a few surprising stats.
Jul 2023
Q&A: Have I set up my children for a tax double-whammy?
A few years ago I gifted my children my house - but now I’m worried I may be leaving them with a large tax bill.
I’m in my 70s and I live alone as my husband passed away in 2015. Shortly after, I decided to gift my house to my children for two reasons. First, I wanted them to benefit from my assets on my passing away, but I also wanted to protect them from paying Inheritance Tax.
Jul 2023
Is your equity release plan stopping you from leaving an inheritance?
When we retire, many of us want to use some of the cash tied up in our home to enjoy life. Whether it’s going on that once-in-a-lifetime holiday or helping family members with a step onto the housing ladder, our reasons for using equity release are varied - but you might also want to watch out if you want to leave an inheritance.
Jul 2023
Dispelling the myths of cohabiting
It’s a very common misunderstanding that couples that are unmarried have similar rights to those who aren’t - but it’s worth seeking advice on that, particularly if you’re later on in life.
Jun 2023
Meet the Corporate Commercial Team
Meet our Corporate Commercial team - Richard Clapham
Jun 2023
Did video kill the radio star and will AI kill the “human”?
We have all heard that catchy earworm from the 70’s hit by the Buggles that “video killed the radio star”. Since its release, technology has evolved dramatically to the point where there are now concerns that humans may be replaced in their jobs by computers, but can things be superseded so easily?
Jun 2023
General tips for Employers - The Redundancy process
As a result of the challenging economic climate, many employers are embarking on restructuring and redundancy exercises. Does this apply to you? Perhaps you are closing your business, closing a workplace or there is a reduction in the need for particular employees.
Jun 2023
Wills and blended families: is there a perfect recipe?
It’s true you can't please everyone, but it’s even more difficult for blended families - so when it comes to planning your will, how can you make sure everyone is happy?
Jun 2023
Liabilities of a Director
There are many different situations in which a director can be personally liable under English law. This can be personal liability due to actions relating to health and safety, consumer protection, environmental, employment and bribery/anti-corruption. Personal liability can also arise in insolvency situations when the directors knowingly or negligently allow the company to carry on trading. This is known as fraudulent or wrongful trading.