Estate Planning Guides

Plain-English answers to the questions UK families ask most about wills, probate, lasting power of attorney and inheritance tax.

What Is a Grant of Probate? UK Guide (2026)

When you need probate, what it costs, and how long it takes in England & Wales.

Full UK cost breakdown for 2026 — OPG fees, professional fees, exemptions.

Legal strategies to reduce IHT — gifting, trusts, life insurance, business relief.

How the £325k nil-rate band and £175k residence nil-rate band combine.

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