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Case of the month Oct 25
Case of the month - Inheritance Tax Planning and Family Provision for a Vulnerable Beneficiary Introduction Our client approached us, intending to understand their current exposure to Inheritance Tax (IHT) and explore strategies to preserve and pass on wealth...
How EMI schemes can help your business keep key employees
How EMI schemes can help your business keep key employees ‘The Great Resignation’, an influx of employees leaving their jobs in unprecedented numbers over the last few years. Since the pandemic, many people have re-evaluated their priorities, seeking better work-life...
VAT and Property Transactions
VAT and Property Transactions: Navigating Costly Traps Property VAT is one of the most complex and high-risk areas for businesses. The sums involved are large, the rules are technical, and the penalties for mistakes can be severe. At ETC Tax, we regularly see...
Tax Partner Pro – Your Q answered Oct 25
Find out what we have been answering for you this month… Q If the company issues shares to an employee, how is that reported/taxed? A Shares issued to employees fall under the Employment Related Securities (ERS) legislation. The value of the shares will...
Property Sellers Under HMRC’s Microscope
Property Sellers Under HMRC's Microscope If you’ve sold a second home or investment property recently, it might be worth giving your tax return a quick once-over. HMRC certainly are. In the past year, HMRC has seriously stepped up its checks on capital gains tax...
Why Small Business Owners Need to Start Thinking About Exit Planning Now
Introduction - eight in ten have no exit plan A recent survey of small business owners has revealed that eight in ten of them have no exit plan. This is even though life, health, and market conditions may sometimes dictate exits before an owner is ready. Many...
Case of the Month
Tax-Efficient Restructure and Family Wealth Planning Introduction Our client, the owner of a successful group of businesses, received an offer to sell the entire issued share capital of their main trading company for approximately £4 million. With no immediate...
Upcoming Inheritance Tax Reforms
Major reforms to inheritance tax (IHT) are set to take effect Major reforms to inheritance tax (IHT) are set to take effect in April 2026 and April 2027, with significant implications for business owners and investors. The government’s changes to Business Relief (BR)...
HMRC Tribunal Ruling Exposes AI Use in R&D Tax Relief Decision
Introduction A tribunal decision has compelled HMRC to disclose whether it relies on artificial intelligence (AI) in processing research and development (R&D) tax credit claims, raising fundamental questions about transparency, accountability, and fairness in...
Tax Partner Pro – Your Q answered Sept 25
Find out what we have been answering for you this month… Q I would like to confirm the correct VAT treatment of services provided from overseas suppliers to a GB VAT-registered business with a UK place of residence. From my understanding, where the service is...
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