The marriage allowance explained
How to make this tax break work for you Millions of married couples and civil partners in the UK are eligible for the marriage allowance,… Read More »The marriage allowance explained
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Capital gains tax planning
How can you reduce your capital gains tax bill in 2018/19? Whether you’re a buy-to-let landlord, a shareholder, an art dealer or you fall somewhere… Read More »Capital gains tax planning
Furnished holiday lettings
The pros and cons of letting furnished holiday accommodation When furnished holiday property is let on a commercial basis for short periods, the owner can… Read More »Furnished holiday lettings
Personal Tax Planning
How to reduce what you owe the taxman Nobody wants the taxman to take more than his fair share, and planning your finances early on… Read More »Personal Tax Planning
Company cars
What’s new for 2018/19? Despite year-on-year tax rises, company cars remain a popular benefit. While the tax cost of expensive high-emission cars can be eye-watering,… Read More »Company cars
Clipping the wings of phoenix companies
A guide to measures which discourage ‘phoenixing’ of companies Companies can fail for several reasons and, for the most part, these aren’t the result of… Read More »Clipping the wings of phoenix companies
Tax and employee benefits
What to expect when providing staff with perks Most employers choose to recognise the ongoing commitment made by their members of staff by providing various… Read More »Tax and employee benefits
Termination payments
New rules are coming into force on 6 April 2018 The tax treatment of termination payments can be complex, not least because a termination package… Read More »Termination payments
Devolution of tax powers within the UK
What tax powers are moving away from Westminster? It may feel like we’re living in increasingly uncertain times ever since the UK voted to leave… Read More »Devolution of tax powers within the UK
Tax Card 2018/19 (Part 1)
TAXABLE INCOME BANDS AND TAX RATES 2018/19 2017/18 Starting rate* of 0% on savings up to £5,000 £5,000 Basic rate band £34,500 £33,500 Higher… Read More »Tax Card 2018/19 (Part 1)