Pension transfers hit all time high
New figures have revealed that the number of people taking advantage of the pensions freedoms has hit a new record.
Downsizers struggling to find suitable homes
New research shows that downsizers are having to reconsider making the move due to a lack of suitable homes and uncertainty around the financial benefits.
Fraud considered a top risk to pension freedoms
Recent data found that advisers believe fraud and stock market volatility are the greatest risks to pension freedoms.
TSF Consultants win coveted title at Lawyer Monthly 2018
TSF Consultants are delighted to announce that they have achieved the Lawyer Monthly Mental Capacity Assessor – Firm of the Year Award for 2018.
Judges Revealed for the British Wills and Probate Awards
Today, we’re pleased to announce who will be judging the first ever British Wills and Probate Awards, set to recognise achievement across the sector.
How equity release can be completed on a property held in Trust
Countrywide’s Probate Preservation Plus Trust (PPPT) has solved all of the problems that afflict “standard” Asset Protection Trusts… but what about the final one:
Arken.legal announces its support of the Law Society’s Private Client Section annual conference
Arken.legal is delighted to be a sponsor of the Law Society’s Private Client Section Annual Conference 2018 on 29th June.
The Institute of Legacy Management’s Nichola Sims expresses concern over SRA proposals
A package of reforms created to provide law firms and solicitors with greater flexibility was finalised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) last week.
Today’s Wills & Probate Announces New Partnership
Setting out to help private client practitioners achieve more efficient estate due diligence, Estatesearch has become the latest company to partner with Today’s Wills & Probate.
Free CPD webinar: Missing beneficiaries. Do you know what to do if you can’t find them?
On Wednesday, 27th June at 12:00 PM, Title Research will be hosting a free CPD webinar on missing beneficiaries.
TSF continue their expansion with additional Quality Assessor for growing team
Continuing to expand their team, TSF is pleased to announce the appointment of their newest member.
Probate included in ‘ambitious’ HMCTS reform programme
Probate has been highlighted as a project within the Government’s new programme of reform for the UK courts and tribunals service.
East of England more likely to experience pension scam attempts
New statistics indicate that the highest percentage of scam attempts on investments and pensions were experienced in the East of England during the last year.
Former Strictly host leaves entire £11.7m fortune to widow
It’s been reported that the late Sir Bruce Forsyth has left his entire fortune to his wife in a bid to avoid inheritance tax.
Slowdown in Mortality rate improvement sparks questions over pension age policy
Recent figures show that the long-term improvement in English and Welsh rate of mortality have seen a “significant slowdown” with questions being raised over the potential impact on the age of state pension.
1/5 of over 50s to use property wealth as retirement income booster
Recent research has revealed that one in five people aged 50 or over are relying on property wealth to fund their retirement.
ILM responds to SRA consultation
The Institute of Legacy Management (ILM) has issued its response to the proposals made in the recent consultation from the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority (SRA).
IHT gap grows by 50% in last five years
New statistics reveal that the inheritance tax gap has grown by 50% in the last five years.
2018 could see Legal sector insolvencies double
Recent analysis has revealed that legal sector insolvencies could be on track to double in 2018 if Q1 trends continue.
Eastenders star dies age 71
An actor best known for his role as “Dirty Den” in Eastenders has died at the age of 71.
