We look at the recent changes to Capital Gains Tax; the Government’s plans to overhaul divorce law; the options available to a tenant at the end of a commercial lease; and bring you up to date with the progress and timing of the “stealth tax”, as it makes its way through the House of Commons.
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Dubbed a “stealth tax” by critics, probate costs will increase under controversial plans to introduce a new sliding scale of probate fees. Subject to an approval motion in the House of Commons, the new fees will come into force 21 days after the order is made.
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There will always be advantages and disadvantages of downsizing your home. But if you are considering moving to a smaller property then we recommend doing it before you have to. No move will be without its pressures, but being in control of the process and the timescale around buying and selling, can make it a lot easier.
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If your commercial lease is coming to an end, then the first decision you have to make is whether or not to renew it. This article considers some of the options available to a tenant and the pitfalls that need to be avoided.
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Capital Gains Tax can impact on a whole range of transactions and situations. We have highlighted some of the most recent changes, together with those that are currently being proposed, to this very complex area of the law.
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Following repeated calls for reform by judges and lawyers, the Government has announced plans to introduce the biggest change in divorce law in more than 50 years. The changes will apply to the dissolution of both marriages and civil partnerships.
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When considering the tax issues surrounding a deceased person’s estate, most people will think of Inheritance Tax. But executors and other personal representatives should be aware that both Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax may apply during the period of administration.
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