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23/10/2026

Will your pension still sit outside your estate for Inheritance Tax purposes? 🪙

From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds and death benefits are set to be included within an estate when calculating Inheritance Tax.

The government estimates that around 10,500 estates will face an Inheritance Tax liability in 2027/28 that previously would not have, while a further 38,500 are expected to pay more.

Read our blog, linked below, to discover why reviewing your estate plan ahead of the rule change could be important. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/the-truth-behind-5-inheritance-tax-myths-that-could-cost-your-family-thousands/

22/10/2026

5 employee benefits that could help you attract and retain top talent:

🌎 Career sabbaticals
🩺 Private healthcare
🐕 Pet care benefits
💊 Unlimited annual or sick leave
👪 Family-building benefits

Read our blog, linked below, to discover how these employee benefits could support your business. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/business-owner-5-employee-benefits-that-could-help-you-attract-and-retain-top-talent/

20/10/2026

For many business owners, the emotional side of leaving can be just as significant as the financial one. 💼

Research from Capital on Tap found that 29% of business owners see emotional attachment to their company as the biggest barrier to planning an exit.

After years of building a business, stepping away can mean losing a familiar routine, relationships, and a sense of purpose.

Planning ahead could give you time to think about what you want the next chapter to look like and whether a gradual exit might suit you better.

Read our blog, linked below, to find out more. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/how-business-owners-can-prepare-financially-and-emotionally-for-life-after-exit/

16/10/2026

Have you fallen for these 5 Inheritance Tax myths?

🪙 “Only the extremely wealthy pay Inheritance Tax”
🏠 “You can leave your home to your children without paying Inheritance Tax”
🏦 "There’s no Inheritance Tax to pay on assets held in a trust”
🎁 “You can only give away £3,000 a year without paying Inheritance Tax”
💰 “My pension isn’t included in Inheritance Tax calculations”

To discover the truth behind these myths before they could cost your family thousands, read our blog, linked below. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/the-truth-behind-5-inheritance-tax-myths-that-could-cost-your-family-thousands/

15/10/2026

Could your employee benefits package be affecting staff retention? 🤔

According to research reported by HR Magazine, 6 in 10 employees believe their benefits package is inadequate, and 7 in 10 would leave their current employer for a company offering better perks.

A competitive salary matters, but benefits that support employees outside of work could help your business stand out and encourage people to stay for longer.

Read our latest blog, linked below, to discover 5 employee benefits you might want to consider to attract and retain top talent. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/business-owner-5-employee-benefits-that-could-help-you-attract-and-retain-top-talent/

13/10/2026

Do you have a plan for what happens after you leave your business? 🤔

According to Capital on Tap, 79% of UK small business owners do not have an exit strategy, and 36% have no plans to create one.

An exit can affect far more than the value of your company. You may also need to think about replacing your income, managing the money you receive, and adjusting to a very different daily routine.

Read our latest blog, linked below, to discover how business owners can prepare financially and emotionally for life after exit. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/how-business-owners-can-prepare-financially-and-emotionally-for-life-after-exit/

09/10/2026

Should something happen to you, a business Lasting Power of Attorney could help:

🔹 Protect your business' finances
🔹 Keep operations running smoothly
🔹 Offer peace of mind for you and your team
🔹 Make everyone's roles clear so your team knows who is in charge of making decisions

Read our blog, linked below, to discover the pros and cons of a business LPA. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/why-every-business-owner-should-consider-a-business-lpa/

08/10/2026

Self-employed without a pension? 🪙

You're not alone. According to the Department for Work and Pensions, only 17% of self-employed individuals in the UK currently save into a pension.

But neglecting pension saving could make it harder to build the retirement you want.

Read our latest blog, linked below, to discover 3 common misconceptions that could be holding self-employed people back. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/self-employed-without-a-pension-3-misconceptions-that-could-cost-you/

06/10/2026

The upcoming Inheritance Tax reforms could create extra responsibilities for executors. 📝

From April 2027, personal representatives will be responsible for reporting and paying Inheritance Tax on pensions.

This could make the process more complex, especially where pension providers need time to supply the information required to calculate the liability.

Read our blog, linked below, to learn what the new rules could mean for your estate plan and the people managing it. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/only-8-months-until-inheritance-tax-rules-change-heres-what-you-need-to-know/

02/10/2026

A personal Lasting Power of Attorney and a business Lasting Power of Attorney are not the same thing.

The person you trust to manage your household finances or wellbeing may not be the right person to make decisions about your company.

A business Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to choose someone with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to step in if you are unable to make key business decisions yourself.

Read our latest blog, linked below, to learn why this could be an important part of your wider business planning. 👇

https://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/news/why-every-business-owner-should-consider-a-business-lpa/

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Unit 4, Thornbury Office Park, Midland Way
Thornbury
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Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 12:30pm

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http://www.sovereign-ifa.co.uk/

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