Residence is determined by a number of factors including how many days you spend in the UK, where you work and where you have homes. A person may be resident for tax purposes in more than one country in which case their status may be determined by tax treaties between...
Making a Will is one of the most fundamental aspects of estate planning, yet many people do not appreciate its importance. It is an essential document that seeks to ensure your assets are distributed in accordance with your wishes. You will thus be assured that you...
Gift Aid Gift Aid is the main vehicle for tax-efficient giving to charities. It applies to any donation whether large or small, regular or one-off. Simply by confirming that they are taxpayers, donors can ensure that their chosen charities can reclaim the basic rate...
What are your planning objectives? Key financial planning goals include: Making the most of your tax-free allowances Keeping your marginal tax rates as low as possible Maintaining a spread between your income and capital. Remember that all tax planning must: Save tax...
In the 2018 Autumn Budget, the Chancellor announced some changes to the Entrepreneurs’ Relief rules, which would have affected companies with alphabet shares or different classes of shares. However, following consultation with professional bodies, the Government have...
4 Options Available: Giving a gift of cash Buying a property together Setting up a trust Buying through a company Giving a Gift of Cash You can make a gift to your child which if unconditional, is free from tax at the point of transfer. This will allow your child to...
