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ways of deferring CGT

Different Ways of Deferring CGT by Selling or Gifting a Business Asset – Hold over Relief, Roll over Relief etc.

Capital gains tax (CGT) is levied on capital gains made on the disposal (including gifts) of most assets. However, if the disposal is of ‘business assets’ by a trader (including a personal trading company) then it is possible to defer the charge. Methods of deferral available for both self-employed and companies are via the purchasing

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Bed and breakfasting rules

‘Bed and Breakfasting Rules’ – Director’s Loan Account – Borrowing, Repaying and then Borrowing Again – ‘Arrangements’

Throughout an accounting period, a director will withdraw monies from the company against the director’s loan account (DLA), the withdrawals being satisfied usually by the taking of a salary and/or bonus) and/or dividends (dividends being preferable as no NICs are payable) or by repaying the monies withdrawn. However, by the end of that period, it

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What is VAT Exempt in the UK

What is VAT Exempt in the UK? Breakdown of VAT Exempt and Zero-Rated Items

Understanding what is VAT exempt in the UK enables businesses to save thousands of pounds every year. A lot of business owners and consumers have a hard time differentiating between exempt, zero-rated, and normal VAT products. This misunderstanding can lead to incorrect pricing. Whether it is selling cleaning products, offering insurance services, or a charity,

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HMRC can Write Off Arrears

When HMRC can Write Off Arrears and the Work of the Adjudicators Office

The Adjudicators Office (AO) is a little known but powerful government department independent of HMRC. Its remit is to rule on whether HMRC have handled a complaint ‘appropriately and given a reasonable decision’ however, their work is restricted to the following specific types of complaints: “Mistakes Unreasonable delays Poor and misleading advice Inappropriate staff behaviour

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