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Claiming to reduce payments on account

Claiming to reduce payments on account

Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to make payments on account to pay their Income Tax liabilities. These are paid in two instalments, the first on 31 January during the tax year and the second on 31 July following the end of the tax year. A final...
IHT – gifts made with reservation of benefits

IHT – gifts made with reservation of benefits

Most lifetime gifts are treated as potentially exempt transfers (PETs) for Inheritance Tax (IHT) purposes. In general, these gifts become fully exempt if the donor survives for seven years after making the transfer. If death occurs within seven years, the gift may...
New measures aimed at easing living costs

New measures aimed at easing living costs

The Government has announced a new package of measures designed to help households manage rising living costs during the summer months, as concerns continue over inflation, fuel prices and household spending pressures. The package, described as the “Great...
Tougher action on late payments

Tougher action on late payments

The Government has introduced a landmark new Bill aimed at tackling the growing problem of late payments to small businesses, with ministers describing the measures as the biggest crackdown in more than 25 years. Late payment remains one of the most significant...
Landlord tax and National Insurance considerations

Landlord tax and National Insurance considerations

When renting out property, landlords may have both Income Tax and National Insurance considerations to consider. However, rental income is generally taxable. For individuals, the first £1,000 of rental income is tax-free under the property allowance. Where...