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Tag: "wills"
How to Handle an Inheritance

How to Handle an Inheritance

If you’ve been named as a beneficiary in a will, you’ll have plenty to look forward to – and lots to think about. When will you inherit? How much will it be? Will there be any tax to pay? And how can you make best use of your inheritance. Both your s…

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I’ve Got the Power (of Attorney)

I’ve Got the Power (of Attorney)

If you become unable to manage your own affairs, perhaps through illness, accident or simply old age, who will manage them for you? And will your family even be able to access your money? At any age or stage of life, it’s worth setting up Lasting Power of …

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7 Ways to Trim Your Inheritance Tax Bill

7 Ways to Trim Your Inheritance Tax Bill

Is inheritance tax (IHT) still a thing? Yes, very much so. You may have heard the recent rumours of its death, in light of the government announcing a new ‘family home’ additional allowance from April 2017. This is a bit fiddly (from 2017 it will add £100,…

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Awards, Accreditations & Trade Associations

NorthStar is proud to be a member of the leading financial planning trade associations. Through a continued commitment to work to the highest professional standards and deliver real value to all clients, our work has been rewarded with a number of awards and professional accreditations.

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