What improvements are allowed for Capital Gains Tax?
Posted by Karen Jones on March 26, 2026If you improve an asset, you can deduct the cost from CGT. But what improvements are allowed for Capital Gains Tax?
Current ISA rules explained
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on March 20, 2026In this article we look at the current ISA rules and the different ISA options open to you.
IHT: when the 7-year rule becomes the 14-year rule
Posted by Ian Henman on March 9, 2026Inheritance Tax is complicated! Without the right planning, you get can get tripped up by the 14-year rule and pay more than you need.
How to reduce your tax bill legitimately
Posted by Karen Jones on February 26, 2026Tax return season is upon us once again. In this post we explore legitimate ways of reducing your tax bill.
Pension top up – must be paid by 5th April!
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on February 25, 2026It’s always a good idea to review your pension contributions and consider whether it would be beneficial to do a pension top up before the end of the tax year on 5th April.
How to pay less tax – timing is everything – part two
Posted by Karen Jones on February 23, 2026When it comes to finding ways to pay less tax – timing is everything! Here we look at taking time out to consider your business’ tax planning options before 6 April each tax year.
Capital Gains Tax allowances and reliefs – what can you claim?
Posted by Kirsty Demeza on February 20, 2026If you’re looking for information on Capital Gains Tax allowances and reliefs, this post helps you navigate the CGT maze.
HMRC continues to clamp down on unpaid dividend tax
Posted by Karen Jones on February 17, 2026HMRC continues to write to business owners it believes have failed to declare and pay dividend tax. We tell you what you need to know.
Contribute to your partner’s retirement and get pension relief
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on February 13, 2026Did you know that you can contribute to a partner’s or child’s retirement fund and get significant pension tax relief? We explain how.
State pension age to rise further?
Posted by Ben Locker on February 11, 2026Soon the state pension age will rise to 67. Yet new research suggests it will need to rise to 71 by 2050. When will you be able to retire?
