August Tax Newsletter
| Welcome to the Hartley Fowler LLP Tax Tips and News monthly newsletter, bringing you the latest news to keep you one step ahead of the taxman.If you need further assistance just let us know or send us a question for our Question and Answer Section.We’re committed to ensuring none of our clients pay a penny more in tax than is necessary and they receive useful tax and business advice and support throughout the year. Please contact us for advice on your own specific circumstances. We’re here to help! |
| Managing LISAs on death or terminal illness Lifetime ISAs (LISAs) continue to provide a tax-efficient savings vehicle for investors as there will be no income tax to pay on interest earned and no capital gains tax to pay on subsequent profits arising on the money invested. Read More… |
| CGT reporting deadline Under new rules capital gains tax (CGT) on disposals of UK residential property must be reported by 31 July to avoid a penalty. Read More… |
| Reduced property transaction charges Recent research revealed that property transactions fell by more than 50% in May and house prices have fallen for first time in eight years. In an attempt to help boost the housing market, a temporary reduction in stamp duty land tax (SDLT) Read More… |
| VAT FRS temporary rate reductions confirmed In the Government’s Summer Update on 8 July 2020, the Chancellor announced a six-month reduction in the VAT rate on supplies of food and non-alcoholic drinks from restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes, as well as to supplies of accommodation and admission to Read More… |
| August questions and answers Q1. I am a sole trader trading as a graphic designer. I am voluntarily registered for VAT and I have several commercial clients who are also registered for VAT VAT. Due to the coronavirus outbreak my graphic design business is very quiet, so to supplement Read More… |
| August 2020 Key tax dates 2 – Deadline for PAYE settlement agreement for 2019/20 19/22 – PAYE/NIC, student loan and CIS deductions due for month to 5/8/2020 Read More… |
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