Trusts as a concept is known to most people but it is often feared or misunderstood. What is a Trust? A Trust is a vehicle, a box, or a notional bag, into which assets are [...]
Robert Cartmell explains the main differences between a Discretionary Trust structure and a Vulnerable Persons Trust structure. When you consider making gifts in your Will (or indeed during your lifetime) there may be persons benefiting [...]
Robert Cartmell explains the benefits of varying a Will including a Discretionary Trust structure When a person dies, it is often automatically assumed that the beneficiaries of his or her estate can only receive their [...]
Practical strategies for IHT Planning, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. Inheritance Tax (IHT) is known to most people. It is a 40% Government tax levied on assets that are held by a person who [...]
Robert Cartmell explains the latest Trust Registration requirements Are you a Trustee of a Trust? If so, you are already no doubt aware of the 2022 requirements as to the Trust being required to be [...]
Common sense to consider for Wills, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. The basic structure of a Will is known to many. Some important aspects are often not considered or not even known of. Always [...]
Common sense things to consider, by estate planning expert Robert Cartmell. Estate Planning is a relatively modern term to describe a whole range of aspects from Wills to Powers of Attorney, to gift-making and Inheritance [...]
Robert Cartmell explains the benefits of the Will-Trust structures. Everyone knows how important it is to have a Will prepared. A Will is the legal document by which you dispose of your Estate to your [...]
A big thank you to family, friends, clients and contacts who kindly donated to Parkinson's UK and for supporting me in this challenge. It was challenging but hugely enjoyable. Thank you to one of our [...]
In these unprecedented times, we have been shifted from easy routines and creature comforts. Many people have suffered terribly with the illness and others with economic and financial instability and loss. Our thoughts remain with all those [...]
