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ArticleConsidering The Tax Consequences Of Farm And Estate DiversificationIn light of current political, economic and environmental uncertainty, diversification has become an increasingly important tool for farmers and estate owners to unlock additional revenue...United KingdomTaxBirketts
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ArticleLease Extension Of FlatsIf you own a leasehold flat, you may be entitled to a statutory lease extension. Alternatively, your landlord may be willing to extend your lease voluntarily. United KingdomReal Estate and ConstructionBirketts
ArticleUS/UK Estate Taxes And Mixed MarriagesUS citizens married to a non-US, UK domiciled spouse should give careful thought to UK and US estate planning arrangements...GlobalTaxBirketts
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ArticleDelays In The Family Court SystemThe average private law children case is taking 44.9 weeks to resolve via the court system, with 80,000 children caught up in private law cases in the family court.United KingdomFamily and MatrimonialBirketts