Tag Archives: CGT

What is capital gains tax and how to pay less?

how to pay less CGT

Capital gains tax (CGT) is a complicated area of tax and one that a lot of people don’t come across often unless you are a regular investor. So, what is capital gains tax and how to pay less? When individuals or trusts sell or gift an asset, they typically pay taxes on any profit or […]

Do you want to transfer the ownership of your investments to your spouse to save tax?

Have you been thinking that if you could just transfer some of your investment income to your spouse then you will have a lower tax liability? If so, you are not the only one.  This is a common question when we prepare client’s tax returns. Having just completed the tax season and nearing the end […]

What is a post transaction valuation?

What is a post transaction valuation? When you sell an asset, you will need to report this to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and pay any Capital Gains Tax (CGT).  But you may not have sold the asset in question at market value so what do you do?   In that case, you need to […]

Divorce and Tax

Whilst tax is unlikely to be at the top of your list of important issues if you decide to separate, the potential benefits which could arise from prudent tax planning can ensure that both parties do not have unexpected and unwanted tax charges. This is particularly relevant for Capital Gains Tax (“CGT”), which, in reality, […]

Capital Gains Tax Deferral Relief – Enterprise Investment Scheme (“EIS”) Investments

Are you thinking of selling an asset? Or have you recently sold or gifted an asset that gave rise to a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) liability? If so, there is an often underutilised relief that could improve your cash position; Capital Gains Tax Deferral Relief.   If you pay income tax at the higher or […]