Rachel Mortimer

Lawyers are reporting a surge in tax planning inquiries since changes to inheritance tax on pensions and farms were announced. Rachel Mortimer studies the fine print

The chancellor was right to end the relief on pensions, but without other reforms the change will lead to more stress and missed deadlines for bereaved families

The discounts are coming thick and fast, but will that win over the petrolheads, asks Rachel Mortimer

The cryptocurrency’s value broke $100k this week after endorsement from the president-elect, but is it now too late to invest, asks Rachel Mortimer

It may be tempting to have that big financial chat when you are all together — here’s how to do it and keep the peace. By Rachel Mortimer

From Bank rate to bitcoin; tax to Taylor Swift tickets — it’s time to test your knowledge of the personal finance matters that mattered this year

Making provision for your death doesn’t have to be a morbid experience, and it will be appreciated by those you leave behind

From banking passwords and lists of assets to wills and power of attorney applications, preparing for the worst is the best thing you can do for your family

Changes in the Renters’ Rights Bill will leave buy-to-let investors facing even tougher times, says Rachel Mortimer

With the pound at its lowest level against the dollar in a year, we look at where you can still get a good rate, plus how to exchange money and spend it abroad