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6th August 2020
COVID-19 has led to increased uncertainty and heightened tensions globally. China has been at the forefront of the fight against the virus and there is no better time to discuss the challenges and risks it faces. In this webinar, Matthews Asia Investment Strategist, Andy Rothman provides an update and... read more
30th July 2020
A Will has to be witnessed to become a valid document. With current restrictions on movement and meetings, arranging for a Will to be witnessed can be a more difficult process than normal. Steve Wright, our Director of Estates, explains some of the legal changes which are being introduced... read more
27th July 2020
If you own a UK property, or have a UK domicile, you are likely to need a UK Will. A Will involves much more than simply choosing who to give your money to, and, if properly set up, has the ability to provide significant peace of mind to your... read more
14th July 2020
A divorce tends to prompt a review of your financial position, including updating your Will. As with every element of estate planning it’s important to consider your personal circumstances and wishes for the future. Steve Wright, our Estates Director, explores what it’s useful to be aware of when it... read more
15th June 2020
Over the past few weeks many of our clients have been keen to review their financial situation, to check how fit it is in the current climate. With this in mind, David Pugh, our Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer, explains what it makes sense to consider when undertaking a... read more
9th June 2020
The global pandemic has encouraged many families to review their own estate plans. Steve Wright, our Estates Director, explores what to consider when passing wealth to future generations. In recent weeks many clients have been in touch to discuss re-structuring their estate plans – with a specific focus on... read more
26th May 2020
An up-to-date Will can make dealing with the administration of someone’s estate much easier after they pass away. As well as setting out any personal wishes and bequests, a Will can help, in what is already an upsetting time, prevent disagreements between family members. But what happens if this... read more
22nd May 2020
The global pandemic has created significant changes to all of our lives, with many expatriates facing an earlier than expected return to the UK due to career or personal reasons. Peter Webb, our International Tax Manager, considers what you need to consider if a return to the UK is... read more
24th October 2019
Writing a Will involves more than simply choosing who to give your money to. So what should you consider when drafting or updating one? Steve Wright, from our Estates team, considers what’s necessary. Executors Executors deal with the administration of your estate. They will need to collect and value... read more
1st October 2019
Nothing brings home the value of good estate planning more than the famous quotation from Benjamin Franklin who said ‘In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Making plans about what to do with your estate is always a difficult subject to broach.... read more