Capital Gains Tax

Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) provides a reduced Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rate on the sale of a business, shares in a trading company, or an individual’s interest in a trading partnership. This relief can still provide substantial tax savings

Gift Hold-Over Relief lets you defer Capital Gains Tax when giving away business assets or qualifying shares. It can be a tax-smart move for passing on wealth, but strict rules apply. Here’s what you need to know to claim it properly.

Gift Hold-Over

A negligible value claim lets taxpayers declare an asset worthless for tax purposes, realising a capital loss without selling. This can be backdated up to two years, offering flexibility in managing tax liabilities.

A negligible value claim is a

From April 2025, the Capital Gains Tax rate on Business Asset Disposal Relief rises from 10% to 14%, increasing to 18% in 2026. Business owners planning to sell may benefit from acting before these changes take effect.

Currently, Business Asset

Renting out part of your home may affect Capital Gains Tax when you sell. While Private Residence Relief applies, Letting Relief can reduce taxable gains. Learn how PRR, Letting Relief, and exemptions impact your tax liability.

If you have tenants

Separation and divorce can create tax implications, particularly Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on asset transfers. New rules from April 2023 extend the ‘no gain/no loss’ period, helping spouses manage tax efficiently. Private Residence Relief may also

Business Asset Rollover Relief allows you to defer Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when reinvesting proceeds from selling business assets. By rolling gains into the cost of new assets, tax is postponed until the new asset is sold. Learn how this relief can

Owning more than one property? You can claim Capital Gains Tax (CGT) relief on just one at a time. By formally electing your main residence within two years of property changes, you can optimise your CGT exemption and make the most of key tax

Planning to sell your business or shares? Capital Gains Tax rates for Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) are set to rise from 10% to 14% on 6 April 2025, and to 18% from 6 April 2026. Selling before these dates could result in significant tax

Capital Gains Tax rates have increased for disposals from 30 October 2024, with further changes ahead. Stay informed on the updated rates for assets, property, and reliefs to optimise your tax planning.

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