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For how long can HMRC pursue a tax investigation?
The First-tier Tribunal (FTT) recently ruled on a case brought by taxpayers attempting to put an end to an HMRC enquiry into their tax returns. Complex tax issues were involved but did this allow HMRC carte blanche to drag out the investigation?
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Why the hike in the MPAA is good news for pension savers
The Budget announced a big increase in the money purchase annual allowance (MPAA). How will this change create an opportunity for tax planning and remove many taxpayers from an unfair tax trap?
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A tax-efficient way to make good use of dividends
Usually, the most tax-efficient method of extracting profit from your company is dividends. If you don’t have an immediate need for the income you could, in the right circumstances, use the dividend to increase its tax efficiency. What’s involved?
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Selling a former home: changes for 2023/24
When it comes to tax relief on the family home, there are complications for married couples and civil partners following separation. How can the new rules, which apply from April 2023, help?
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VAT recovery and the capital goods scheme
Your close friend is the treasurer of their local golf club. The club plans to spend £500,000 plus VAT on major improvement works to its clubhouse. How much input tax can it claim and how will the capital goods scheme affect the calculations?
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Off-payroll, IR35, agency and umbrella rules - which apply to you?
If you’re working or intending to work through a company, agent or other intermediary, one or more of HMRC’s anti-avoidance measures might apply. Why is it vital you know which?