Gifting property – Does capital gains tax apply? Gifting a property can be a way of reducing your Inheritance Tax liability. However, it is important to be aware that other taxes, such as capital gains tax, may be levied. HMRC deems the act of giving away your property as a disposal for capital gains tax
NFTs and UK Tax NFTs and cryptocurrencies have become undoubtedly popular, especially since NFT was Collins Dictionary’s word of the year for 2021. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are unique sets of data on a blockchain. The term non-fungible refers to an asset that is unique and cannot be exchanged like-for-like. Fungible items, such as Bitcoin, can
UK Crypto Tax Cryptoassets have undoubtedly grown in popularity over the past two years and with cryptocurrency prices increasing at a rapid rate, many investors are likely to have made sizeable gains. But are investors aware of UK crypto tax implications? In a statement released in 2019, HMRC confirmed that individuals selling cryptoassets will be subject to
Does capital gains tax (CGT) apply when gifting a property? Gifting a property can be a way of reducing your Inheritance Tax liability however, it is important to be aware of other taxes, such as capital gains tax, which may be incurred. Certain taxes will be due depending on specific factors such as, who the
Selling a property with a dedicated home office? Check the capital gains tax implications Individuals planning to sell their main home should be aware of the potential capital gains tax implications, when selling their property with reference to a dedicated home office. The potential risk to sellers surrounds Principal Private Residence Relief (PPR) and the
In December 2019, HMRC published guidance on its view of how crypto transactions should be treated for UK tax purposes. It stated that individuals selling cryptoassets will be subject to capital gains tax (CGT) on any profits made, over the tax-free annual allowance threshold, which will need to be reported to HMRC on a self-assessment
Following the Chancellor’s Budget announcement earlier this month, HM Treasury will reveal documentation on future tax policies on 23rd March. HM Treasury are expected to announce information regarding technical administration of the tax system, such as moving online. However, Rishi Sunak could potentially announce a number of possible tax changes. In the Budget, Chancellor Rishi
Earlier this month Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a number of tax allowances will be frozen to help pay off the debts incurred by the coronavirus pandemic. These new ‘stealth taxes’ will raise billions, without directly increasing charges for taxpayers. As the economy bounces back and the cost of goods and services increases, more people will
With less than a month to go until the Chancellor announces his March Budget, Rishi Sunak is reportedly considering a number of tax rises. The Chancellor is now facing the task of repaying the £400billion deficit, caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Rumours have been circulating in parliament regarding how the Chancellor plans to deal with
In recent months, investors in the cryptocurrency Bitcoin, have made fortunes from their dealings. One crypto winner, who invested in Bitcoin over the past 3 years, now has £150,000 worth of the cryptocurrency. The plan is to cash in on the winnings, but are people aware of the tax implications they could face? For tax
An extension of the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) threshold after 31st March 2021, rather than returning to the £125,000 threshold, could generate higher consumption. This has the potential of increasing housing market activity, which subsequently could provide a fiscal surplus of £139 million per year. Research suggests that maintaining the current SDLT holiday threshold
HMRC have issued a reminder to anyone who is yet to pay Capital Gains Tax if they sold a second home during the 2019 to 2020 financial year. Any profit made from selling a second home within the UK during 2019 to 2020, needs to be declared on a Self Assessment tax return by 31st
Coronavirus Job Support Extended by Chancellor On 5th November 2020, the Chancellor announced in the House of Commons that he would be extending the Furlough Scheme and the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme, following the news of a second national lockdown for England. The Furlough Scheme was set to end in December 2020 however, it has
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has been looking for ways to cover the costs of the devastating financial impact caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The UK’s economy has been hit hard during the pandemic and the government are now looking for ways to gain back funds. Rishi Sunak has reassured the nation that there will not be
In a recent announcement, HMRC have confirmed that Enterprise Management Incentive schemes (EMI) will continue in the UK once the Brexit transition period has ended. The scheme will operate under UK law from 1st January 2021. EMI is a scheme that allows for some companies to offer their employees a share option up to the
Keep up to date with the key announcements made this past week. HMRC has produced updated guidance on disguised remuneration settlement terms HMRC have updated a number of their guidance pages on disguised remuneration tax schemes. The changes relate to those made to the loan charge in the Finance Act 2020. The updates come as
