Understand Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Inheritance tax (IHT), how they work and when they may apply or have exemptions, especially if selling or passing on assets, shares or property.
In this factsheet we set out how Capital Gains Tax (CGT) works and when it may apply. We deal with many calls about CGT. Callers are naturally concerned that it may apply when selling an asset, particularly shares and property. A common misconception is that if you dispose of an asset but do not receive […]
Inheritance tax (IHT) is a popular subject with callers to our tax line. Whether you are looking to protect your assets to benefit future generations, help your children get on the property ladder or help loved ones pay off debts, it is understandable that you may wish to minimise any tax payable. This factsheet sets […]
In this factsheet we set out how Capital Gains Tax (CGT) works and when it may apply. We deal with many calls about CGT. Callers are naturally concerned that it may apply when selling an asset, particularly shares and property. A common misconception is that if you dispose of an asset but do not receive […]