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Retirement Incomes Could Increase By 60% With 'Collective' Pension Schemes
Millions of workers across the UK could see their pensions increase by up to 60% as new regulations for Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) schemes are set to be laid.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 235 min read


Preparing To Retire From Leadership In a Family Business
After decades at the helm of a family business—steering it through the highs and lows, the recessions and recoveries—retirement should be...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 254 min read


Business Property Relief Is Changing...
Major changes are coming to one of the most valuable inheritance tax (IHT) reliefs for UK business owners. From 6 April 2026, sweeping...

Simon Warne, Partner Tax - Crowe
Sep 233 min read


Key Considerations For Life After The Family Business Exit
As the ‘baby boomer’ generation reaches retirement age, a growing number of family business owners are considering an exit. In fact,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 53 min read


Inheritance Tax And Succession Planning For Family Businesses
For family businesses, passing wealth and control to the next generation can be both a strategic and an emotional journey. However,...


Over 50s 'Underprepared' For Major Inheritance Tax Changes
A national survey commissioned by UK law firm Brodies LLP has revealed that UK residents aged 50 and over are underprepared for the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 82 min read


A Practical Guide To Succession Planning In Family Business
Succession planning is often one of the most delicate and decisive phases in the life of a family business. While many enterprises thrive...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 73 min read


The Changing Succession Landscape
Succession planning has always been a difficult topic for many due to the need to confront issues around death and the loss of someone...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Mar 32 min read


Budget Blues? Putting Your Best FIC Forward
There have been a lot of inheritance tax (IHT) changes in the recent Budget. High net worth families and businesses have had their...

Robert Davies - Managing Associate, Foot Anstey LLP
Dec 5, 20246 min read


Using Life Insurance For Inheritance Tax Planning
Are you worried about your family’s financial future? Recent UK Autumn Budget changes have raised concerns for business owners,...

Martin Lindsey - Head of Advice, Brooks Macdonald
Dec 2, 20247 min read


Family Firms At Risk Due To Lack Of Up-To-Date Wills & Succession Plans
Latest research from STEP highlights the vital need for family business owners to talk and plan to keep their legacy, relationships and...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 13, 20244 min read


Redefining Succession: Why Private Equity Can Be A Good Home For A Family Business
In today's volatile economic and political landscape, businesses face unprecedented challenges. Inflation, interest rates, supply chain...

Jon Duffy - Investment Director, Endless LLP Private Equity
Oct 16, 20243 min read


Family Firms Need To Prepare For The Silver Tsunami
In recent years, the term 'silver tsunami' has gained traction among demographers, economists, and policymakers. It vividly describes the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 2, 20244 min read


Why Leaving Your Children To Decide On Their Own Isn’t Always Fair
One of the most common sentiments I hear from family business owners is, “I don’t know if my children are interested in coming into the...

David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Aug 23, 20243 min read


Why Family Business Owners Struggle To Let Go
Running a family business for many business owners is a privilege and something that they take incredibly seriously. Over their time in...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 5, 20232 min read


Preparing For Exit And Protecting Your Wealth
Mike Wardlaw from Tilney sets out the key considerations for business owners Building a successful business takes years of hard work and...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 23, 20233 min read


The Challenges Of Succession
Leadership succession is inevitable for most family businesses. Unfortunately all too often it is recognised as an issue but put to one...

David Harland
Jun 23, 20234 min read


Understanding Some Of The Common Succession Dilemmas & Myths
Succession is a term used by many people for many different things. Here we look at what succession is all about, some of the challenges...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 23, 20234 min read


What Is The Family Business Really Worth?
One of the common questions asked of an adviser by any family business owners is how to attribute a value to the family business and how...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 23, 20235 min read


Journeying Into Life After The Family Business
For many people working in the family business the thought of stepping back and no longer being actively involved on a daily basis is...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 14, 20225 min read
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