contributor Logo

Downing LLP

Downing: Your trusted IHT partner Established in 1986, Downing is an investment manager specialising in inheritance tax (IHT) solutions. Downing’s award-winning1 estate planning services total £1.2 billion AUM and provide investors with access to Business Relief-qualifying investments that are designed to offer relief from IHT after only two years. The Downing Estate Planning Service invests in a diversified portfolio of unlisted companies across 14 sectors and targets steady returns of 3-4.5% p.a. (net of fees). The Downing AIM Estate Planning Service, which is also available in an ISA wrapper, invests in 25-40 companies listed on AIM that we believe have strong potential for growth. All services include Wealth Guard – built-in downside protection that shields investments from a 20% fall in value at no extra cost – as well as optional Life Cover (see T&Cs for full details). Figures as at 31 March 2025 1“Best Tax and Estate Planning Solutions Provider” Investment Life & Pensions Moneyfacts Awards 2024 Capital at risk. For investment professionals only.
Content from this contributor
Financial Advice
IHT reforms reshape inheritance planning
How can intergenerational wealth be managed effectively?
Visit arrow right black
Financial Advice
Why should advisers and investors look to AIM?
Undervalued AIM shares can offer intriguing tax benefits and positive returns.
Visit arrow right black
Financial Advice
Pension companies unite: reigniting the AIM market
Why is the market an attractive option for schemes?
Visit arrow right black
IQ logo