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Wednesday, 3 October 2023
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Money, tax and benefits
Understanding Inheritance Tax
Inheritance Tax - the basics
How Inheritance Tax works, who has to pay, what makes up an estate, what is exempt, and which forms to use
Inheritance Tax thresholds Opens new window
Quick link to the current Inheritance Tax threshold - or 'nil rate band' - and thresholds from previous years
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Death and bereavement
Wills, probate, benefits and other things you’ll need to think about after a death
