New self-assessment services announced by HMRC
New digital services have been launched that aim to make filing and managing tax returns quicker and less stressful.
These improvements are part of HMRC’s Transformation Roadmap,
Found objects and Capital Gains Tax
Items discovered lying on land or buried in the soil, such as antiques or historical objects, are treated as chattels for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) purposes. This remains true even
Estate valuation for IHT purposes
Before probate begins, you must estimate the estate's value to see if Inheritance Tax applies. This includes valuing the deceased person's money, property and belongings in order
Taxation of entertainment expenses
Many business gifts and hospitality costs are not tax-deductible under current rules.
Entertainment expenses including providing hospitality and business gifts are common, but the
Choosing a Business Rates Agency
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has issued updated advice to help business owners choose and monitor business rates agents more effectively. A key message is that the name listed
Red tape eased for new cafes and bars
Communities and town centres across the UK are about to get a serious boost. The Government has unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at slashing red tape so new cafés, bars,
Verifying your ID at Companies House
You now need to set up a verified GOV.UK One Login to confirm your identity with Companies House.
To verify your identity at Companies House, you can use the GOV.UK online
Current Inheritance Tax thresholds
Married couples can pass on up to £1 million tax-free if they plan their estates carefully.
The Inheritance Tax (IHT) nil-rate band is currently £325,000. This means there is
VAT relief for the disabled
VAT relief is available on goods and services for people with long-term illnesses or disabilities.
There are special VAT reliefs available for certain people living with
Capital Gains valuations of goodwill
Who values goodwill when a business is sold? HMRC's Shares and Assets Valuation team takes the lead.
Whether the goodwill belongs to a sole trader, partnership or limited company,
IHT Agricultural and Business Property Relief changes confirmed
Despite intense lobbying by the farming community, the proposed reduction in IHT Business and Agricultural Property reliefs are included in the draft Finance Bill 2025-26.
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IHT Unused Pension Funds and Death Benefits changes
It was confirmed with the publication of the draft Finance Bill 2025-26 that measures first announced in the Autumn Budget 2024 to bring most unused pension funds and death