IHT

'Advisers should take a broader view of the family balance sheet'

'The need for advice is clear'

'Many recognise that existing planning frameworks are no longer sufficient'

Increased risk of interest accruing on IHT

Up from 110,000 the previous year

'These changes may mark something of an inflection point'

Fears HMRC delays could lead to months-long waits

Final guidance to be published in Spring 2027

Standard Life research finds 89% have little or no awareness about upcoming IHT pension changes

Hit £7.7bn for year to February