Is This The End Of The Road For BPR And APR?
Perhaps the biggest surprise in the Budget was the extent of the restrictions imposed on two valuable inheritance tax reliefs, being...
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Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
4 days ago3 min read
Over £1.3 Billion NIC Hit For UK Family Businesses
The increase in Employers National Insurance Contributions is a significant cost for the family business sector which collectively...
Gavin Birchall - Partner, Head of Tax & Trusts at Birketts
4 days ago3 min read
Inheritance Tax And Family Businesses
The recent Budget introduced a key change to Business Property Relief (a form of Inheritance Tax relief) which could adversely affect...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Nov 63 min read
Executive Pay In Family Business: Striking The Right Balance
As family-owned companies grow, they face increasingly complex challenges, and none may be as important as the issue of executive...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Nov 64 min read
Patient Capital Offers Measured Approach For Family Firms Facing The Path Ahead
For family businesses, the question of “what’s next?” can be as complex as it is personal. Many families are currently weighing whether...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Oct 315 min read
Choosing Between Generational Transition & Exit In Family Businesses
Family businesses across the UK are now at a more pressing crossroads, with recent changes to Business Property Relief (BPR) and...
Martin Lindsey - Head of Advice, Brooks Macdonald
Oct 316 min read
Breaking Down The Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the much-anticipated Autumn Budget, outlining the government’s plans to address the nation’s...
Joe Oughtred - Founder & Director, AXIOM
Oct 184 min read
The Commercial Importance Of Carbon Reduction Plans For Family Businesses
Do you really need a carbon reduction plan? In 2024, the answer for UK family businesses is a resounding yes – and not just because...
Martin Lindsey - Head of Advice, Brooks Macdonald
Oct 184 min read
Time To Take Your Pension Lump Sum?
Martin Lindsey, Head of Advice at FBU Partner Brooks Macdonald , provides his thoughts for people considering withdrawing their pension...
Martin Lindsey - Head of Advice, Brooks Macdonald
Oct 109 min read
Stealth Tax? Wealth Tax? What Could Fill The £22 Billion Black Hole?
Martin Lindsey, Head of Advice at FBU Partner Brooks Macdonald , details the plans that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could announce in the...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Sep 253 min read
The Finance Director: Often The First Non-Family Executive Appointment
Family businesses are known for their deep-rooted values, strong heritage, and long-term vision. When it comes to bringing in the first...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Jun 43 min read
The Impact Of Owner Interference On Non-Family CEO Performance
In any business, let alone a family or founder-owned business, the role of a CEO is both multifaceted and demanding. As the driving force...
Challenges & Opportunities Facing UK Businesses
In this article we are going to delve into what the key challenges and opportunities facing UK businesses are. The typical economic cycle...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Feb 263 min read
Attracting Executive Talent To Your Family Business With Storytelling
The headlines in the War for Talent are dominated by corporate giants and tech startups but family businesses often possess a unique...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Feb 262 min read
How Non-Family NEDs Are Resolving Conflict in Family Firms
Family businesses are often hailed for their tight-knit culture and shared values, but they are not immune to conflict. In fact,...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 13, 20234 min read
Why Sustainability Is Integral To Successful Family Businesses
Sustainability is an increasingly important topic in the world of business. As concerns surrounding the planet and climate change...
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