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4 Top Succession Planning Tips To Avoid House Of Guinness-Style Dilemma
Without a solid succession plan, even the mightiest family business can crumble - a truth that Netflix's new series House of Guinness brings vividly to life.

Dr Nan Jiang, Brunel Business School
Oct 294 min read


Benefits Of An Ownership Strategy For Family Businesses
An ownership strategy provides clarity, alignment, and a foundation for the long-term health of both the family and the business.

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 223 min read


Stepping Back: The Untold Side Of Letting Go
We often talk about succession as if it is a baton race. One hand lets go, the other takes hold, and the race continues. Simple. In...

David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Oct 94 min read


How Family Businesses Forge Competitive Advantage
In an era defined by rapid globalisation, digital disruption, and shifting consumer expectations, one business model continues to quietly...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 14 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


Action Needed To Overcome The UK's Succession Planning Blind Spot
Despite concerns around future leadership shortages, UK businesses are not taking sufficient action to strengthen their succession plans,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 122 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


Why Professional Development Is Vital For The Next Generation
The transition of leadership in a family business is never just about passing on titles or control — it’s about preparing the next...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 263 min read


Family Business Succession Under Pressure
Family business succession under pressure as one in four lack clear heir, new research finds 92% of family business owners want to keep...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 173 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


Reflections On Prada's Succession Plan And Lessons For Family Firms
Recent news that Prada has agreed to buy Versace in a £1.1billion deal, that brings together two of Italy’s biggest luxury fashion...

Duncan Jackson, CEO - Buckles Solicitors LLP
Apr 254 min read


Succession Planning Is Vital To Securing The Future Of Family Businesses
Failure to implement a succession plan is one of the main reasons why so few family businesses survive, future generations. The...


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


Succession: Third-Party Sales As An Exit Strategy
When business owners decide to step down, one of the most common succession options is to sell the business to a third party. A trade...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Feb 124 min read


The Practicalities Of Succession Planning For Business Owners
Succession planning is an inevitable consideration for every business owner, no matter the size or industry of the business. Eventually,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Feb 123 min read


Succession Planning Can Never Really Be Ignored
Preparing to pass the business to the next generation is often seen as one of the biggest challenges facing the family business,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jan 144 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
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