Newsletters
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Change in policy for VAT on termination payments
HMRC is changing its policy on termination payments. As a result, some businesses will be entitled to a VAT refund while others will owe more. What’s the full story?
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Student loan deductions for 2022/23
We now have the final information about student loan deductions for 2022/23. What are the key takeaways from the announcement?
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Can HMRC amend tax codes unilaterally?
HMRC is busily issuing PAYE codes for 2022/23, which starts in just a few weeks. With that in mind a recent ruling by a First-tier Tribunal (FTT) is a reminder of what HMRC can and can’t include in an individual's tax code. What were the key points in the ruling?
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Charging VAT before receiving a VAT number
A business has recently hit the VAT registration threshold and duly completed the necessary forms. However, they have still not received their VAT number. Now a customer is refusing to pay the VAT element of their invoice. What should be done here?
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Two homes - maximising private residence relief
If a person owns a second home they can choose whether it or their normal home receives capital gains tax private residence relief (PRR). As strict conditions apply, what steps can maximise relief?
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Selling shares back to the issuing company
The executors of a shareholder’s estate are required to sell their shares to the company’s other shareholders. The trouble is they can’t afford to. The company can buy them instead but this increases the tax cost. Is there a way around this?