A client has mentioned that they moved house a year ago but are struggling to sell their old home. They are also about to be seconded by their employer, firstly several hundred miles away in the UK,
then overseas. How will this affect their capital gains tax position?
Published 20.09.2022
When a marriage breaks down, tax is unlikely to be high on the priority list - however, there can be unforeseen charges that arise if care is not taken. What can you advise clients contemplating
separation in order to minimise the tax consequences?
Published 29.11.2017
HMRC’s approach to private residence relief (PRR) is increasingly aggressive, especially where second homes are concerned. In what situations are your clients entitled to private residence relief and
how can you help them improve their chances of a successful claim?
Published 17.12.2015
A number of recent cases have put private residence relief back in the spotlight. Additionally, the 2018 Budget contained some unwelcome news for potential sellers. What are the changes announced,
and why is it worth reflecting on the relief for clients now?
Published 26.11.2018
Two of your clients are about to sell residential property. One has lived in their property intermittently whilst working in the UK and overseas, whereas the other has never lived in their property
at all. How could both clients potentially claim private residence relief (PRR) in full?
Published 10.07.2023
A new client has come to you for advice about a property he has sold. He lived in it on and off during the ownership period, although there was a delay in initially completing the exchange. He had
other properties that he has occupied as his home as well. You believe some private residence relief (PRR)...
Published 20.02.2020
A client has been working abroad for ten years. He will shortly be returning to the UK and has decided to sell his property in order to buy a bigger one for his young family, but should you advise
him to sell before or after he gets home?
Published 27.08.2020
From April 2015 the rules on private residence relief eligibility are changing. They will predominantly affect non-residents but could also have an impact on UK residents with overseas homes. What do
your clients need to be aware of?
Published 23.12.2014
A client would like to sell a property that is set in substantial grounds with a number of outbuildings. It has been occupied as her only residence, but she is unsure whether private residence relief
(PRR) will apply to the grounds and other buildings. What do you need to consider when advising?
Published 26.08.2021