by Kate Loosley | 29 May 2026 | Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, LPAs, News, Probate, Tax, Trusts, Wills
June tends to bring a particular kind of clarity. The school year is winding down, holidays are being planned, and for many of the families we work with, there is a natural impulse to get things in order before the summer – not because estate planning is usually...
by Kate Loosley | 22 Apr 2026 | Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, LPAs, News, Probate, Tax, Trusts, Wills
This year has brought no shortage of reminders that estate planning is becoming more complicated, more contested and, for many families, more urgent. Probate delays are still leaving estates tied up for months or even years, disputes are rising as more families turn...
by Kate Loosley | 26 Mar 2026 | Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, News, Pensions, Tax, Trusts, Wills
April sees the new tax year begin alongside the Easter period, bringing fresh attention to tax, succession and estate planning. From the introduction of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax to growing concern over upcoming pension inheritance tax changes, rising IHT...
by Kate Loosley | 26 Feb 2026 | Equity Release, Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, Probate, Wills
March brings renewed focus on tax, compliance, and long-term planning, as a series of recent figures and court decisions highlight how quickly the estate planning landscape is evolving. Rising inheritance tax receipts, increased HMRC enforcement activity, and growing...
by Kate Loosley | 29 Jan 2026 | Equity Release, Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, LPAs, News, Wills
February is often a time when early-year intentions begin to turn into practical decisions. With tax changes on the horizon and continued shifts in how families live, work and plan for the future, it is a timely moment to assess whether existing arrangements remain...
by Kate Loosley | 23 Jan 2026 | Wills
Deciding who should benefit from your estate is one of the most personal decisions you can make. For some people, that includes the difficult question of whether to exclude a child or other family member from their will. At Clarke & Wright, we regularly speak with...
by Kate Loosley | 5 Jan 2026 | Equity Release, Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, News, Wills
January is a natural time to reset, reflect and look ahead. As the new year begins, many people take the opportunity to review their finances, family arrangements and longer-term plans, particularly in light of recent changes to tax, property and inheritance rules. In...
by Kate Loosley | 1 Dec 2025 | Equity Release, Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, News, Wills
December is a month of reflection, celebration and planning for the year ahead. As the festive season approaches and families come together, many people naturally turn their thoughts to legacy, security and how best to support loved ones in the future. It is also the...
by Kate Loosley | 12 Nov 2025 | Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, LPAs, News, Will Trusts, Wills
With the Autumn Budget now just two weeks away, speculation is building around what Chancellor Rachel Reeves will announce on 26 November. For those considering their financial future, from managing retirement income to passing on wealth to the next generation, this...
by Kate Loosley | 29 Oct 2025 | Equity Release, Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, News, Wills
November is a month of reflection and anticipation. With Remembrance Sunday approaching, we pause to honour those who have given their lives in service and to consider the legacies we leave behind. It is also a month that may bring significant change, as Chancellor...
