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UK M&A activity supposedly falls to seven-year low
M&A activity in the UK apparently fell to a seven-year low in the first half of 2023, as rising interest rates and economic uncertainty have reduced buyers’ overall…
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HMRC Offers Opportunity to Self-Report Offshore Assets
If you have recently received a letter from HMRC asking about your overseas assets, income, or gains, you are not alone. HMRC is receiving a vast amount of information about…
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Is Stamp Duty Land Tax anti-marriage?
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax that you pay when you buy a property in the UK. The amount of SDLT you pay depends on the…
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Home swapping holidays – beware of possible hidden tax
Home swapping is becoming an increasingly popular way to holiday – with the attraction of high-quality accommodation at a much-reduced cash cost. In the 2006 film, The Holiday,…
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HMRC Provides New Guidance on Corporation Tax Relief for Employee Share Awards
Employee share awards are a popular way for companies to attract and retain talent. However, the tax treatment of these awards can be complex. HMRC recently published new…
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New CGT Data Signals Potential Landlord Exodus
A new report has found that the number of landlords selling their properties has increased significantly in the past year. The report, which analysed data from HM Revenue…
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Tax Disputes: A Long and Winding Road
For many businesses, getting caught up in a tax dispute with HMRC can be a nightmare. Not only is the UK tax system complex, but the process of…
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Tax reliefs fuel UK startup investments
A new survey has found that structured tax reliefs are a major factor in why investors back early-stage businesses in the UK, with up to 70% of investors…
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Outsourcing payroll – a fast-growing client’s perspective
Payroll is a critical function for any business, but it can be especially challenging for growing businesses. As a business grows, its payroll needs can become more complex,…