Can I give shares in my Company to my children?

If your child is under 18, then your dividends would still need to be shown on your tax return (a law called s.660b). Also, any transfers of shares to a connected person – apart from a spouse – would mean that the shares must be valued at market value and Capital...

The tax timetable for electric cars

Because of quite large tax advantages compared to diesel and petrol cars, a lot more electric cars are being bought by companies for their director/shareholders.  One advantage, in particular, is the low benefit-in-kind tax charge that applies to electric cars. For...

Tax rules for Christmas parties

It’s that time of year when most employers arrange a Christmas Party for their staff.  The rules around tax relief for Christmas parties are fairly generous so long as the party is open to all employees and not just directors/management. Party costs (including travel...

How do I change the ownership split on a buy-to-let property?

Although, generally, property lawyers know about taxes associated with transfers and disposals (sales) of property, I have come across a couple of instances where they have not fully advised their clients. When a property is owned by a couple (married or civil...

What are Depreciation and Capital Allowances?

Depreciation: Is an accounting term for spreading the value of a fixed asset (vehicle or equipment etc.) over its useful life.  Spreading the cost is fairer and more accurate than deducting it all from the Business’s Profit in the year of purchase.  i.e. Depreciation...