TAX
Deemed domicile with effect from 6 April 2017
Two categories of persons will be affected by the proposed changes: Non-UK domiciled individuals who have resided in the UK for at least 15 out of the last 20 tax years before...
Nudge letters from HMRC
Understanding Nudge Letters from HMRC The nudge letters from HMRC are a strategic tool used to encourage taxpayers to settle disputes or disclose unpaid tax. These letters are...
Capital gains tax and gardens
When selling a property, homeowners often assume that any profit is automatically free from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) due to Principal Private Residence (PPR) relief. However,...
Determinations under self-assessment
If you are issued with a notice to file a self-assessment tax return and do not file it on time HMRC can issue a determination of your tax liability within three years of the...
Transferable Married Couple’s Allowance
Understanding the Transferable Married Couple’s Allowance The Transferable Married Couple’s Allowance was introduced on 6 April 2015 to help married couples and civil partners...
Trivial perks
This is back on the legislative programme and hopefully will take effect from 6 April 2016. The new tax and NIC exemption of £50 will apply to as many perks as you want to...
Child benefit
As you may be aware if the taxable income of either of the partners to a civil relationship or marriage falls between £50,000 and £60,000 the child benefit is clawed back at...
Budget – Corporation tax rates
With effect from 1 April 2017 the corporation tax rate will be reduced to 19% and with effect from 1 April 2020 to 18%. This is fine provided that the additional costs that...
Mainstream corporation tax rate reduced to 20%
With effect from 1 April 2015 there is one main rate of 20% applying to the majority of UK companies irrespective of their level of profit. At the same time the rules for...
Is it time to withdraw from tax avoidance schemes?
Tax avoidance schemes have been under increased scrutiny by HMRC. Indeed recent tribunal cases have highlighted the risks and consequences for participants. These schemes...
Tax Schemes
Avoiding the Pitfalls of Tax Schemes Recently, we’ve been approached to assist individuals who regret becoming involved in certain tax schemes. These cases highlight the...
Marriage Allowance
Registration opens for new Marriage Allowance HMRC have recently announced that married couples can now register their interest in applying for the new Marriage Allowance ...