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Residential disposals – Defining a ‘period of ownership’ for CGT

The disposal of a private residence is exempt from capital gains tax (CGT) if used as the main residence throughout the period of ownership. A recent case heard in the First-Tier Tribunal has come up with a very favourable interpretation of what this means. The facts In the case heard...

Energy price crisis

After a prolonged period of speculation, the new Prime Minister Liz Truss announced preliminary details...

Emotional profit – what is it and how can it be measured?

I recently chatted with Alex Bailey from Bailey & French - Consulting about my concept...

Off-payroll mistakes now penalised

The private sector off-payroll working rules have been in place since April 2021, but for...

Company insolvencies on an upward trend

Avoiding insolvency has never been harder in the post-pandemic world. Find out how we can help you evade future insolvencies.
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Energy – Easing the Pressure of Rising Cost

In late May, the former Chancellor announced new measures to counter the rising cost of living, in particular energy prices....
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Charitable giving pitfalls

Despite Gift Aid donations saving tax at a person’s marginal rate, donors still need to watch out for any pitfalls that might preclude tax relief.
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Goodwood – win a track experience with Paige

Buy a raffle ticket and stand a chance to win an experience of a lifetime, a track day at the...
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Financial reports – more disclosure on the cards for businesses

A downside to running a limited company is that financial reports are publicly available. However, micro-entities and small companies do...
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Small business owners – double hit from rising prices

Small business owners face a double hit when prices rise - on their own spending power, and less revenue from cash-strapped customers.
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