The Blincoe Blog
We write in plain English - no jargon, no waffle - just useful ideas to help you take control of your money, plan ahead, and make smarter decisions.
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“An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”
- Benjamin Franklin
Life insurance in estate planning
Using whole-of-life insurance to provide for an inheritance tax charge
"'It's insurance Jim, but not as we know it!'"
Five ways to save inheritance tax
A record £7.5bn in IHT was paid in the 2023/24 tax years - here are five options to mitigate a potential charge
End of Tax Year Checklist: Key Allowances and Planning Tips Before 5 April 2024
A summary of the main personal tax changes for 2024/25 plus planning opportunities into tax year-end
"8 more sleeps until tax year-end"
What Is a Lifetime ISA (LISA) and How Can It Boost Your First Home or Retirement Savings?
Are Lifetime ISAs a no-brainer?
Avoiding the £100k Childcare Trap: A Smart Strategy for Parents with Young Children
For parents, crossing the £100k earnings threshold can actually leave you worse-off due to the impact on childcare costs. But this can be offset via pension contribution.
