Rachel Wait

1 week ago | telegraph.co.uk | Rachel Wait

As climate change accelerates and the weather becomes increasingly unpredictable, the risk of flooding across the UK is rising sharply. Around 6.3 million properties in England are now located in areas at risk of flooding from rivers, the sea or surface water, according to the Environment Agency's most recent National Flood Risk Assessment (Nafra2). As flood risk maps are updated to reflect climate data and improved modelling, more people may find their homes reclassified as being in a floodplain.

1 week ago | aol.co.uk | Rachel Wait

As climate change accelerates and the weather becomes increasingly unpredictable, the risk of flooding across the UK is rising sharply. Around 6.3 million properties in England are now located in areas at risk of flooding from rivers, the sea or surface water, according to the Environment Agency’s most recent National Flood Risk Assessment (Nafra2). As flood risk maps are updated to reflect climate data and improved modelling, more people may find their homes reclassified as being in a floodplain.

3 weeks ago | telegraph.co.uk | Rachel Wait

To make a court claim, you should follow the process below: Try other avenues first: Going to court should be a last resort, so before you start full proceedings, make sure that you have already exhausted other avenues to try and resolve the situation. This should include writing a formal letter to the business or person you disagree with, explaining the situation and how you want it resolved. You should do this even if you have already written to them to complain.

1 month ago | telegraph.co.uk | Rachel Wait

Miles Dean, partner and head of international tax at Andersen LLP, said: "The RNRB can reduce the tax payable on your estate if you leave a qualifying residence to a direct descendant. "Combined with the standard nil-rate band, a married couple or civil partners can potentially pass on up to £1m tax-free (2 x £325,000 + 2 x £175,000)."To qualify for the residence nil-rate band, several conditions must be met.

1 month ago | money.co.uk | Rachel Wait

Strong financial management is key to business success. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, following a few golden rules can help you maintain stability, make smart decisions and grow with confidence. This guide outlines 13 top tips to help you manage your business finances successfully. These unsecured and secured loans could help you grow your business, cover running costs or even fund a new company. 1. Write a business planFirst, make sure you have a solid business plan in place.