There are many misconceptions about the tax implications of making gifts. Consequently, efficient methods may not be utilised in gifting which may result in an avoidable tax bill. From exemptions and allowances, to capital gains taxes, we explore the different …
Property Tax
Budget 2020: A reminder from a time before lockdown
On the 11th March 2020, The Chancellor of the Exchequer, new in the post, Rishi Sunak, presented his Budget to Parliament to much acclaim – more so for the performance rather than the content, appreciation of which probably depends on …
UK Capital Gains Tax: New Rules for Residential Property
Taking effect from 06 April 2020, residential property will now be subject to a new capital gains tax and payment regime. The new rules dictate that if the disposal of a UK residential property has resulted in a gain, there …
Taxes Through The Ages
The process of taxation has been imposed on billions of taxpayers for many years, but for how long? Let’s take a step back in time and see how taxes have changed throughout the ages.
Taxation in Ancient Egypt?
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Inheritance tax for non US citizens
Whilst resident and non-resident aliens may reside in the US indefinitely, upon their death, their estates may face unforeseen deductions as a result of estate tax and gift tax. It is because of this that careful and timely planning is …
The mismatch in UK and US taxation of rental property income
Changes to the UK taxation of rental property are increasing the taxes on an individual’s rental and for US persons, taking the UK and US tax treatment further apart. The UK will now only allow limited tax relief for mortgage …
