

Close Company Tax Implications
A close company in the UK is a resident company controlled by five or less shareholders (also called participators) or any number of...


Pre-Owned Assets
Pre-owned asset rules were introduced to address inheritance tax (IHT) avoidance strategies. These rules prevent taxpayers from giving...


Tax Relief on Donations to Charity
Individuals are eligible for tax relief when making donations to UK-registered charities or charities registered in the European Economic...


Business Investment Relief
UK resident individuals are generally taxed on their worldwide income. However, if the individual is a UK resident but non-UK domiciled...


Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment (MTD for ITSA)
Overview MTD for ITSA requires sole traders and landlords with qualifying income to maintain digital records and submit updates to HMRC...


Company Car Benefit: Understanding the Tax Implications
Employers often provide company cars and sometimes fuel for employees' private use. If a company car is made available to an employee,...


Trading Profit or Capital Gains: Understanding the Tax Implications
In the UK, the capital gains tax rate is currently 24%, while income tax can be as high as 45%. In addition, class 4 National Insurance...


Trusts and Taxation Issues
In simple terms a trust arrangement exists whenever there is a separation between legal title and beneficial ownership. A trust is...


Statutory Residency Rules
In the UK individuals who are considered residents for tax purposes are taxed on their worldwide income and gains. Non-residents,...