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Talk Money Week 2026 – every conversation counts

Talk Money Week 2026 highlights how simple conversations about money can boost financial confidence, helping people review plans, understand Budget changes and stay focused on their goals

Rewarding conversations – why the smartest families are talking about inheritance now

For many families, discussions about passing wealth on are often delayed until it's too late and can lead to stress - now’s a good time to talk it through

Homebuying reforms set to tackle gazumping

The UK government has unveiled plans to improve the homebuying process in England and Wales, aiming to reduce delays - the reforms are expected to make homebuying faster and more transparent

News in Review

In this week’s news - Ahead of the 28 October Budget, Chancellor John Healey faces rising pressure as government borrowing and UK inflation reached their highest levels in a year plus consumer confidence hits a new low

Residential Property Review – October 2026

The residential market is adjusting to changing economic conditions, with softer buyer demand, resilient prime property activity and fresh government support for first-time buyers. Together, these developments provide a snapshot of the opportunities and challenges shaping the housing market

Commercial Property Review – October 2026

From high street regeneration and logistics market activity to the growing influence of garden centres, these articles highlight how investment, consumer demand and changing uses of space are shaping local economies and creating new opportunities across the UK's property and retail sectors

News in Review

This week’s news - UK monthly GDP ticked 0.1% higher in August with Chancellor John Healey saying, “It’s a sign of resilience in the UK economy that some had not expected.” The latest IMF report predicted an expansion in the UK economy of 1.3% this year, based on a better-than-expected global performance

Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief – changes ahead

From April 2027, changes to the rules mean that some qualifying business and agricultural assets may no longer benefit from the same level of IHT relief as before, particularly where the value of those assets exceeds certain thresholds.

Why life insurance could play an even bigger role in Inheritance Tax planning from April 2027

Life insurance can provide a cash payment that beneficiaries may use to help settle an IHT bill. This can be particularly valuable where much of an estate is tied up in property, investments or other assets that cannot easily be accessed or sold quickly.

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