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Here are a selection of older articles to give you an idea of the kinds of subjects that we cover in the Subscribers Area of this site. Please note that tax rules change quickly and to gain up to date guidance you should consider becoming a member. If you like what you see, click here to become a member and get access to all site content.
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Moving abroad to avoid the 50% rate of income tax
16/04/2010
As the top rate of income tax (officially known as the 'additional rate') has increased to 50% as from 6 April 2010, we're often asked "Can I move abroad to avoid this 50% tax rate?". In this article we assess how moving abroad can allow you to avoid the new 50% rate of income tax . . .
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Effective 60% rate of tax
You may have seen reference to an effective 60% rate of income tax applying after April 2010. As we've been asked numerous times about this here's a brief outline as to how it arises: There are som . . .
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Uk and Spanish tax planning when buying and selling Spanish property
This is essential reading for anyone buying a property in Spain. It looks at which is the best way to purchase and sell your Spanish property and in particular how to avoid and reduce Spanish and UK capital gains tax on a disposal. It also looks at your income tax position and covers how you can reduce your UK and Spanish income tax liability. We look at not only the UK and the Spanish tax implications but importantly the interaction of the two tax regimes for you as a UK resident, and even if you decide to emigrate. . . .
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When using a company can increase your tax bill
Much has been written on when you should use a UK company. In fact you'll find plenty of websites devoted to using a company and how it could save you thousands off your tax bill. Well, in many cases this is correct, and if you look through some of our previous articles you'll see that we have covered these opportunities. However, we like to go one step further so we're going to run through some of occasions when using a company would not be beneficial. . . .
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Choosing the best offshore bank account
As you'd expect which is the best offshore bank account will depend significantly on what you want it to achieve. In my experience there are four reasons why people set up offshore accounts, which are: Tax avoidance, Higher interest rates, Asset Protection and Privacy requirements. This article looks at each one in detail. . . .
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Offshore tax article - Tax treaty residence and why it can be important in reducing your UK tax liability
Losing your UK tax residence is becoming more difficult, particularly if you're looking to retain significant UK ties after you leave the UK. This is why if you're looking to emigrate from the UK establishing treaty residence overseas makes sense. It essentially provides for a form of back up as if you can establish treaty residence overseas at least you can apply the double tax treaty on the basis of your non UK residence. This article looks at how you can establish your treaty residence overseas and what tax impact this will have including the position of dual residents. . . .
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Deferring Capital Gains Tax on UK property disposals
We've had a few e-mails from members (and non members) asking whether you can sell a UK property, use the proceeds to buy another property, and avoid paying tax on any gain arising on the disposal. This article will go through what the rules are and let you know exactly when you can defer gains on UK property disposals/transfers. . . .
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Offshore tax article - The Best Holding Company Jurisdictions
The establishment of a holding company can be very beneficial if you're looking at international trading. One of the key reasons for this is that countries often impose withholding taxes on outgoing payments of dividends, interest an royalties. If you can route dividends through companies with favourable double tax treaties you can avoid many of these tax retentions. This article looks at the best holding company destinations for UK residents. . . .
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Reducing UK capital gain tax on a barn conversion
This is a pretty common scenario. Typically you bought a property (eg a farmhouse) a number of years ago. As part of the conveyance there were also some ancillary buildings such as a barn, large storage sheds or even a separate cottage. Given the property price bonanza in recent years you decide to convert the barn into a nice property and sell it, hopefully at a substantial profit. In order to keep more of this large profit, looking at the options available to reduce your UK tax bill are vital. This article gives you the information you need... . . .
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Investing in shares with friends - using a company, partnership or club
Share clubs are becoming increasingly popular. Essentially what happens is a group of friends or colleagues put some cash in a 'pot' and this is then used to invest in shares that the group, (or an executive committee) decide upon. At predetermined intervals the profit is distributed to the members. This article looks at the tax implications of using an investment club or a specially formed company to carry out the share trading activities. . . .
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