29 articles tagged with Tax.
The Furnished Holiday Letting regime was abolished from 6 April 2025, ending preferential CGT rates, pension relief, and capital allowances for short-term holiday properties. Here is what changed and what to do now.
Accumulation vs income units explained for UK investors in 2026/27 - how each is taxed, when to choose which, and the notional dividend trap to avoid.
A clear UK guide to Bereavement Support Payment in 2026/27: who qualifies, how it is paid, tax treatment, time limits and how it interacts with other money.
How company car and fuel benefit-in-kind tax works in 2026/27, who pays it, how to estimate your bill, and when an electric or salary-sacrifice car wins.
Deputyship vs power of attorney in the UK for 2026: how each works, costs, who can use them, tax duties and the money decisions a deputy or attorney must handle.
ETFs vs investment trusts for UK investors in 2026/27. Compare costs, structure, discounts, gearing, tax in an ISA or pension, and which suits you.
Inside vs outside IR35 in 2026/27 -- how each status is taxed, what it costs your take-home pay and how to estimate the gap as a UK contractor.
OEIC vs unit trust compared for UK investors in 2026/27: pricing, tax on dividends and capital gains, ISA wrappers, costs and which to pick.
Plan your UK move with confidence. The real relocation costs, employer relocation tax relief, SDLT mechanics and the 2026/27 tax figures that affect your take-home pay.
A plain-English guide to Shared Parental Leave and Pay for 2026/27 - how to qualify, how ShPP is taxed, and how to work out your real take-home pay.
How UK split-year treatment works when you arrive or leave the UK in 2026/27, the cases that qualify, what gets taxed, and how to plan your move.
How the GBP 1,000 trading allowance works for side hustles in 2026/27 - who qualifies, when to claim it, and when full expenses beat it.
Marriage triggers tax changes: Marriage Allowance, CGT transfers, pension nomination, ISA rules and estate planning. The complete financial checklist for couples in 2026.
Section 24 removed mortgage interest as a deductible expense for landlords. Higher-rate taxpayers now face far higher tax bills than they did before 2017. Here is exactly how the numbers work.
The HICBC threshold rose to £60,000 in April 2024. Here is how the new taper works, strategies to reduce your adjusted net income and the PAYE changes coming in 2026.
Everything limited companies need to know about the 19% small profits rate, 25% main rate, and marginal relief calculations for 2026/27.
A detailed comparison of the three main director salary strategies for 2026/27: £0, £6,396, and £12,570, with full calculations showing which is best for your situation.
A detailed guide to every category of allowable expense for self-employed people in 2026, including simplified expenses, what HMRC allows, and common mistakes to avoid.
A practical guide to IR35 status determination in 2026, covering the three key tests, the CEST tool's limitations, and what happens if you get it wrong.
LBTT replaced Stamp Duty in Scotland in 2015. This guide covers the 2026/27 rates, first-time buyer relief, the Additional Dwelling Supplement, and how it compares to SDLT in England.
A complete guide to HMRC's approved mileage allowance payment rates for 2026, covering cars, motorcycles, bicycles, electric vehicles, and how to claim via self assessment or payroll.
A detailed tax comparison of sole trader vs limited company structures in 2026/27, including break-even analysis and the real admin costs of going limited.
A practical guide to VAT registration in 2026: the £90,000 threshold, voluntary registration pros and cons, VAT schemes, and Making Tax Digital obligations.
ATED explained for 2026/27: who pays, the band charges, available reliefs, annual return deadlines, and how higher SDLT at 15% applies on purchase of high-value residential property by companies.
HICBC explained for 2026/27: the £60,000 threshold, the £80,000 full clawback, how the charge is calculated, and how pension contributions can reduce your adjusted net income.
Enterprise Management Incentives explained: who qualifies, how EMI options are granted, taxed and exercised, and how BADR at 18% makes EMI one of the most tax-efficient employee rewards available.
Onshore and offshore investment bonds explained: the 5% tax-deferred withdrawal rule, chargeable events, top-slicing relief, and when bonds beat ISAs or pensions for UK investors.
Statutory Redundancy Pay 2026: £751 weekly cap, £22,530 maximum, tax-free up to £30,000. PILON tax rules, consultation rights and employer insolvency explained.
The complete checklist for whether you need to file a self assessment tax return in the UK: employment income, rental, freelance, savings interest, CGT, dividends and more.
