Wealth Management News

The rise of the DIY drawdown

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According to the latest product sales data provided by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), there is a growing number of retirees who are not taking advice when purchasing income drawdown and guaranteed income for life products. The analysis, provided by retirement product specialists Just Group, has revealed that 40 per cent of decumulation products, which […]

Wealth Management News

Could savers lose out if inflation keeps rising?

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The current high levels of inflation are having a wide range of effects on our financial lives, not least on our savings. While many savings accounts are increasing their interest rates as a response to the Bank of England raising the base rate, new research suggests that many financial products aren’t keeping pace with price […]

Specialist Tax News

Proposed Changes To CGT On Separation

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In response to a recommendation by the Office of Tax Simplification the Government have introduced draft legislation for inclusion in Finance Bill 2023 that extends the no gain/no loss rule when a couple separate. Under the current rules the no gain/no loss rule that means that there is no CGT on transfers of assets between […]

Specialist Tax News

Advisory Fuel Rate For Company Cars

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The figures in the table below are the HMRC suggested reimbursement rates for employees’ private mileage using their company car from 1 September 2022. Remember that provided all private fuel is fully reimbursed the fuel benefit does not apply. Engine Size Petrol Diesel LPG 1400cc or less 15p (14p)     9p 1600cc or less […]

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Interaction With Childcare Voucher Schemes

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Tax-free childcare accounts will gradually replace childcare voucher schemes as no new schemes could be set up after 4 October 2018. Those within voucher schemes continue to be eligible until their child is aged 16, provided the employer is willing to continue operating the scheme. Many organisations provided the vouchers by way of salary sacrifice […]

Business News

Back to Basics on Business Mileage

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Ask anyone who either uses their vehicle for business reasons, or puts fuel in a company car, and you will soon realise business mileage can be a confusing topic. It’s important to know that if you fall into either of these two categories, you might be able to claim tax relief for business mileage. HM […]