Few Britons seek IHT advice

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Friends provident research finds most think inheritance tax is unfair

Research commissioned by Friends Provident has shown that although most people in the UK survey would like to see the government abolish inheritance tax, most do not seek advice by intermediaries to minimise payment. The study revealed that eight out of 10 people claim that inheritance tax is grossly unfair. More than six out of 10 of those questioned in the poll said they should have the right to pass on the total value of their main abode to a beneficiary without paying tax. However, although most people believe that inheritance tax is unfair, less than 10% seek professional financi...

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