Why gifting to charities on death is a discussion worth having

A conversation worth having for numerous reasons

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Leaving money to charity in a will comes with IHT benefits, explains Neil MacGillivray

Let's face it, no one wants to think about their own mortality. But, as the old saying goes, the only two things certain in life are death and taxes. So, if we must think about taxes, we should also consider death too.  I appreciate that you're thinking death and taxes are not exactly the cheeriest of topics, and you'd be right. However, when dealing with clients it's important to plan for the inevitable and, equally, it's an opportunity for your clients to consider leaving a lasting legacy through gifting to charities in their will. Apart from allowing them to support causes they care a...

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