All (96) Articles (87) Blogs (9) Filter by topics Clear all Pensions and retirement Family and care Getting help and advice Blogs Homes Work Benefits Savings Selected filters Page 1 of 10 Sort by Relevance Most recent Most popular Article A guide to Inheritance Tax in the UK When someone dies, their estate may be subject to Inheritance Tax before anything is passed on. Here's what you need to know. Video Video: Watch: What is Inheritance Tax and how does it work? Article Inheritance Tax rules on gifts Giving money away while you're alive can reduce how much your estate is worth after you die. This might reduce how much Inheritance... Article What happens to my pension when I die? Your pension money can usually be paid to someone else when you die, depending on the type of pension you have. Here’s what you need to know about pension death... Article What to do about someone’s pension when they’ve died When someone dies, their pension will usually pass to the people they nominated or pay an income to their dependants. If you’re able to, it’s best to let the... Article Tax-free pension lump sum allowances You can usually take up to 25% from each of your pensions as tax-free lump sums, provided the total is less than £268,275. We explain the lump sum allowance ... Blog post When do I have to pay Inheritance Tax and which exemptions apply? Inheritance Tax (IHT) can feel complicated and, while most people won’t need to pay it, knowing the rules can help you plan for the future. Learn what it is,... Article What to do when someone dies and leaves a will Even if someone leaves a will, sorting out an ‘estate’ (all money, investments, personal pensions, property, possessions) can still be hard to figure out. Some... Article Sorting out the estate when there isn’t a will Sorting out an estate when there isn’t a will is going to take a bit longer than when there is one. But it’s not as difficult or scary as you might think. Our... Article Should I downsize my home to fund my retirement? If you own your home, you could consider moving to a cheaper property to give you extra money for your retirement. Here’s what you need to know, including alternative... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Next