Do you have any quoted shares standing at a profit? If so, there’s a way you can make use of your tax-free Capital Gains Tax allowance for 2007/8 and get a cash handout from the Taxman. Too good to
be true?
Published 15.05.2007
If shares take a tumble, the hope is that if you sit tight values will recover. But there can be a tax advantage in selling and repurchasing shares in this situation. How does it work?
Published 07.07.2016
The 2011 Budget is just weeks away and there’s speculation that another increase in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is on the cards. With this in mind and the stockmarket on the rise when is the right time
to cash in on gains?
Published 19.01.2011
The economic slowdown has provoked a rash of share movements. However, if you are tempted to take advantage of a falling market, there is a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) trap for the unwary. How can you
avoid it?
Published 06.11.2008
If you own shares you might not qualify for relief from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) come April 6 2008. However, there is something you can do…
Published 13.03.2008
The stock market has been riding high which means you could be sitting on capital gains. You might not want to realise them just yet, but what steps can you take now to reduce the tax bill when you
decide to sell?
Published 02.02.2017
You bought further shares in a company two years ago which are now worth much less. The new Capital Gains Tax rules mean that you may not be able to use the loss to reduce any gains you have. How can
you rescue the situation?
Published 29.01.2009
You have a shareholding which you acquired in more than one chunk. However, you’ve now decided to sell part of it. Here’s a way to minimise any Capital Gains Tax on this part-disposal.
Published 16.03.2006
You’ve accepted an offer for your business. The buyer is giving you the choice of cash, fixed interest loan notes or a combination of both. There are advantages to loan notes but how can they be used
to maximise tax savings?
Published 19.10.2021
You sold your company a year ago, but a warranty clause in the contract means you have to repay some of the sale proceeds to the buyer. How will this affect the capital gains tax (CGT) you paid on
the deal?
Published 10.12.2013