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Fantastic client feedback for Katie Daniel

Peter Mills
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Over 75% of our instructions are from returning clients or those personally recommended to us by previous clients. So it is really important that we take client service very seriously. When we complete a matter for a client, we always ask for...

The farmer 'lump sum exit scheme' needs to be considered with care

Philip Nelson
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It is a well-known ‘fact’ that farmers never retire; there is always far too much to do to have that luxury. Many farmers we deal with are keen to pass the farm and business on to whichever member of the family is most willing, whilst keeping...

A guide to Inheritance Tax: the legal aspects

Philip Williams
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Inheritance Tax (IHT) is primarily a charge on your assets on death, including your share of assets jointly held with another person. However, lifetime gifts made within seven years prior to your death can also be brought back into charge. IHT is also...

Potential impact of Assured Agricultural Occupancy on diversification plans

Paul Burkinshaw
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If a farmer decides that the new income will come from upgrading farm workers cottages for use as B&Bs or holiday cottages, or to demolish them to make way for something new, this can create significant issues unless proper consideration and planning is...

How staycations could be a diversification boost for farmers

Paul Burkinshaw
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Unforeseen events, such as the fall out from the coronavirus pandemic, are often a catalyst for change. Even with the roll out of vaccines, one change that is likely to be with us for some time is the increase in people holidaying within the UK. ...

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