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Expert Inheritance Tax Advice Tailored to Your Estate Goals

HQ Accountancy offers inheritance tax planning designed to give you peace of mind. With practical tax advice Liverpool clients rely on, we help you protect what you’ve built and ensure your assets are passed on efficiently, with as little tax impact as possible. 

Planning ahead can feel overwhelming, especially with the complexity of inheritance tax rules. Our team provides straightforward support, guiding you through every step of the process. We combine inheritance tax expertise with broader tax planning Liverpool services, so you understand your position fully and make informed decisions. 

Our experienced estate planning professionals will work with you to create a tax strategy shaped around your financial goals. We break down the details of inheritance tax law, explore reliefs you may be eligible for, and develop a plan that reduces the burden on your beneficiaries. Alongside this, we build a complete estate plan that safeguards your assets and ensures your wishes are carried out as intended. 

Beyond inheritance tax services, we also provide support with pension planning, investment planning, and other long-term strategies that help strengthen your financial future. 

For tailored inheritance tax advice, contact our team today. 

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What Is Inheritance Tax (IHT) and How Does It Affect Your Estate?

HQ Accountancy is here to help you manage your inheritance tax planning with confidence. Inheritance tax (IHT) is the tax due on your estate after death. The amount payable depends on the value of your property, belongings, business interests, and other assets such as cash and investments. 

What Is Inheritance Tax Planning and How Can It Save Your Beneficiaries Money?

When your estate exceeds the current IHT threshold, tax becomes payable, which can significantly reduce what your loved ones receive. Planning ahead allows you to structure your assets more effectively and lower the impact of inheritance tax.

Inheritance tax planning may include:

  • Setting up trusts
  • Giving gifts to a spouse, civil partner, family members or friends 
  • Leaving gifts to a charitable organisation

These steps help protect the value of your estate and ensure your beneficiaries receive more of your assets. 

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The standard inheritance tax rate is 40%. Only the portion of your estate that exceeds the £325,000 threshold is taxed. Some estates may qualify for exemptions or reduced rates, for example when assets are left to a spouse or a registered charity.

Inheritance tax must be paid within six months of the individual’s death. The executor of your will is responsible for managing your estate, paying liabilities, and submitting the IHT payment to HMRC. If no valid will exists, the administrator of the estate will take on this responsibility.

HQ Accountancy is committed to providing modern, reliable support for individuals and businesses. We focus on clarity, practical solutions, and long-term financial stability. Whether you need inheritance planning or general tax advice Liverpool clients trust our team for accurate guidance and ongoing support.

Yes. Certain gifts, transfers to spouses or civil partners, and charitable donations may be exempt from inheritance tax. Our advisors can review your situation and outline the reliefs available to you.

Without effective inheritance tax planning, your estate may face a substantial tax bill. This could reduce the amount left to your beneficiaries and may force them to sell assets to meet tax obligations. Planning early ensures your estate is protected and your loved ones are taken care of.

Lenka Torok

Lenka Torok

Tax Manager

What's Your Role At The Company, and What Do You Enjoy Most About It?

My name is Lenka Torok, I am mum of two beautiful daughters. My role at HQ is to provide financial and tax advice to both our personal and corporate customers, ensuring they maximise profit, minimise expenses and are compliant when submitting their tax returns.  I am a qualified accountant with 18 years’ experience. I am passionate about advising people and helping them navigate their way through their financial and tax affairs, which for many can be an extremely daunting experience.
 
However, I must be honest, and admit that despite growing up in north Slovakia, studying in Sydney, Australia and now living in Surrey, UK I am still yet to master the Liverpool accent. 

What's a fun fact about yourself that your colleagues might not know?

At the beginning of my career, I did some work experience at a magistrates court which involved going into prisons to take statements from defendants. Another fun fact is that I once met a black bear when holidaying in the Canadian Rockies – he was very rude though and when I waved at him, he didn’t wave back!

What is your most memorable project?

I enjoy most of the projects I’ve been involved in because preparing tax returns and sorting financial matters is like doing a jigsaw puzzle and collecting up all the missing pieces.

Outside of work, what are your hobbies or interests?

I used to be a junior professional cross-country skier, so I absolutely love skiing and all outdoor activities such as walking, climbing and open water swimming.

What's a piece of advice or motto you live by, both personally and professionally?

No matter how difficult the problem, there is always a solution!
Natalie Cross

Nattalie Cross

Admin Assistant & PA

What's Your Role At The Company, and What Do You Enjoy Most About It?

My role in the HQ Accountancy office is Administrative Assistant I work closely with all members of staff, as well as being Nick’s PA. I manage Nick’s diary, schedule meetings and I am the first point of contact with all clients who come into the office (how lucky they get to my smiley face when they come in).

What's a fun fact about yourself that your colleagues might not know?

That I’m a fully qualified beautician! I trained in lashes, spray tans, facials ( chemical peels, dermaplaning & high frequency ), nails & massages it was something I enjoy doing when I get a chance to do it.

Outside of work, what are your hobbies or interests?

If I’m not in work, I’m spending my days with my two children on days out making memories I enjoy long walks in Sefton park mainly it’s my little calm space also love a good book.

What's a piece of advice or motto you live by, both personally and professionally?

I can’t decide on one, but I have three favourites.

  • If this was your last day on earth, would you be happy.
  • What will be will be.
  • It is what it is.
Anna Pickstock

Anna Pickstock

Accounts Clerk

What's Your Role At The Company, and What Do You Enjoy Most About It?

My current role at HQ accountancy is accounts clerk, working closely with senior members of the team to obtain knowledge and understanding of accountancy. I specifically work in VAT and accounts preparation. Alongside my role at HQ, I am fortunate to be on a journey to become a Chartered Accountant, attending college regularly to reach the desired title. I enjoy learning new things day to day and delving into different clients to understand the different needs of various industries.

What's a fun fact about yourself that your colleagues might not know?

I have played football for all three of the big teams across Merseyside – Everton, Liverpool and Tranmere. In that time, I did however break both of my ankles (luckily not at the same time). Surprisingly, I am also terrified of aeroplanes, despite the number of times I am on them!

Outside of work, what are your hobbies or interests?

Outside of work if you don’t find my head in a textbook around my exams, you will find me with my family and friends exploring new countries/cities, on some sort of outdoor adventure, in the gym or watching the football (Everton unfortunately).

What's a piece of advice or motto you live by, both personally and professionally?

Fail to plan, plan to fail – while juggling work, exams and life it is imperative that I plan and have structure in everything I do, both personally and professionally in order to succeed. I am also an advocate for the saying ‘life is too short’ – if you want to do something, just go and do it.
Claire Hennesy

Claire Hennessy

Payroll Manager

What's Your Role At The Company, and What Do You Enjoy Most About It?

I have been the payroll manger now for over 20 years, I love my job and all the clients and that everyday is never the same as there is always something different to accomplish

What's a fun fact about yourself that your colleagues might not know?

I don’t like beans on my toast they have to be in a bowl at the side as I don’t like soggy toast lol

What's the most memorable or interesting project you've worked on here?

We opened a payroll scheme for a bar in Liverpool and I stayed up until 2am in the morning waiting on hours in order that the staff where able to be paid on time the following morning

Outside of work, what are your hobbies or interests?

Mr Bruce my dog love him to bits

What's a piece of advice or motto you live by, both personally and professionally?

The seven P’s  prior, planning & preparation prevent piss poor performance
Dave Evans

Dave Evans

Accounts Manager

What's Your Role At The Company, and What Do You Enjoy Most About It?

I have 35 years’ experience specialising in accounts production for a wide range of businesses, predominantly SME Companies where I can have the most impact, as that experience allows me to meet deadlines efficiently and effectively for business who don’t have their own accounts department.
I have gained a wealth experience with a number of local firms and have worked alongside Nick for the past 17 years before becoming his Accounts Manager at HQ Accountancy as we began the journey to build the new practice.

Outside of work, what are your hobbies or interests?

Away from the office I am a life long Liverpool supporter and enjoy following the club home, away and in Europe.
Nick Hughes

Nick Hughes

Managing Director & CEO

What's Your Role At The Company, and What Do You Enjoy Most About It?

I am the Managing Director & CEO of HQ Accountancy, as well as one of our Business Advisers and a Chartered Certified Accountant. That means all roads lead to me and the buck stops here!
What I enjoy is seeing first hand the positive impact we can have on our clients. I’m surrounded by an amazing team and, when they’re used in the right way, they can make a client’s life so much easier!

What's a fun fact about yourself that your colleagues might not know?

I did not set out to be an Accountant. When I left University with a Maths Degree, I wanted to work for the Ministry of Defence. So I filled in an application and sent it off, but took a temporary job in a local accountants in order to earn some money. 23 years later, I’m still waiting on hearing back from the MoD!

What's the most memorable or interesting project you've worked on here?

The most memorable & interesting project has been evolving HQ into a wider service provider and a modern practice. Yes, we provide Statutory Accounting services like we always did, but we’re now Business Advisers, using all of our expertise to guide clients on their business journey, we have a number of amazing strategic partners that provide a complementary service to our own and we’re pushing ahead on digital record keeping methods that will keep our clients compliant & make their lives easier!

Outside of work, what are your hobbies or interests?

For my sins, I’m a long suffering Evertonian, but the least said about that, the better. I’ve picked golf back up again recently, mainly because it’s safer & cheaper that getting a new motorbike. I have two kids who I spend a lot of my time with.

What's a piece of advice or motto you live by, both personally and professionally?

Anyone who knows me knows I love a cliché and I have a few favourites.
 
  • Profit’s not a dirty word.
  • If you always do what you always did, you always get what you always got.
  • No amount of money ever bought a second of time.