Failure to implement a succession plan is one of the main reasons why so few family businesses survive, future generations. The...

Succession planning has always been a difficult topic for many due to the need to confront issues around death and the loss of someone...

When business owners decide to step down, one of the most common succession options is to sell the business to a third party. A trade...

Succession planning is an inevitable consideration for every business owner, no matter the size or industry of the business. Eventually,...

Preparing to pass the business to the next generation is often seen as one of the biggest challenges facing the family business,...

There have been a lot of inheritance tax (IHT) changes in the recent Budget. High net worth families and businesses have had their...

Following the changes to BPR and APR in the Autumn Budget, Family Business United has prepared a guide on the changes, some of the...

Are you worried about your family’s financial future? Recent UK Autumn Budget changes have raised concerns for business owners,...

The recent Budget introduced a key change to Business Property Relief (a form of Inheritance Tax relief) which could adversely affect...

Latest research from STEP highlights the vital need for family business owners to talk and plan to keep their legacy, relationships and...

For family businesses, the question of “what’s next?” can be as complex as it is personal. Many families are currently weighing whether...

The exit of your family office team is inevitable. The time to take action is now and preparing now will help ensure a transition that...

Family businesses across the UK are now at a more pressing crossroads, with recent changes to Business Property Relief (BPR) and...

In today's volatile economic and political landscape, businesses face unprecedented challenges. Inflation, interest rates, supply chain...

Succession planning – could employee ownership be right for your family business? Five million. That’s how many family businesses there...

Running a multigenerational family business is not merely about ensuring financial success across decades; it is about preserving a...

In recent years, the term 'silver tsunami' has gained traction among demographers, economists, and policymakers. It vividly describes the...

Late July, I had the privilege of visiting Osaka and Tokyo, where I engaged with several family-owned businesses as part of my ongoing...

One of the most common sentiments I hear from family business owners is, “I don’t know if my children are interested in coming into the...

Family businesses are pivotal to the global economy, significantly contributing to employment, innovation, and community stability. As...