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by Fran Kidd

10 Dec 2019

The 12 of December 2019 will see a general election in the UK. The three main political parties offer voters very different choices on tax.

by Gemma Lanning

28 Nov 2019

Cloud accounting software allows you to manage your business finances in one place and in real-time. The easy to use online software also aids collaboration, providing your accountancy firm with current and accurate data for your business.

by Emily Hillier

26 Nov 2019

Several changes to the implementation timeline have been made since 2015, most recently in the Spring Statement 2019 it was announced that the government will not be mandating MTD for any new taxes or businesses in 2020. Therefore, MTD for rental income will now not be mandated until 2021 at the earliest.

by David Rickwood

26 Nov 2019

Seeking professional advice from a property specialist tax adviser can save you time and money

by Fran Kidd

20 Nov 2019

Cloud accounting software helps you streamline your business processes, keep accurate accounts and minimise your admin burden.

by Fran Kidd

18 Nov 2019

Shaw Gibbs Financial Services have been named 'Shoppers Choice' by FT Financial Adviser's Mystery Shopper.

by David Rickwood

13 Nov 2019

A Furnished Holiday Let (FHL) is a certain type of rental property classification in the UK and Ireland (and other European countries). This classification provides a number of tax advantages to the owners of the holiday let.

by David Rickwood

13 Nov 2019

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) due on residential property disposals by UK residents does not currently have to be reported or paid until the deadline for submitting a self-assessment form

by Fran Kidd

11 Nov 2019

Shaw Gibbs Junior Accountant Amy Gordon, is running the 26.2 mile-long Marathon in 2020 for the first time to raise awareness and money for Headway Oxfordshire.

by James Painter

4 Nov 2019

R&D tax reliefs were introduced by the UK government to reward companies for investing in innovative projects in science and technology.

by Fran Kidd

1 Nov 2019

DFK UK & Ireland’s Annual Conference in Leeds enjoyed a record turnout with over 120 delegates from more than 15 countries in attendance.

by David Rickwood

31 Oct 2019

The general rule is that expenses must be ‘wholly and exclusively’ for the purpose of the rental business

by Emily Hillier

29 Oct 2019

Various anti-avoidance provisions were introduced with the aim to charge income tax on profits generated from trading or developing land

by Fran Kidd

24 Oct 2019

Shaw Gibbs are now listed as the 84th largest accountancy practice in the UK, an increase of 10 places since 2018.

by Hayley Simmons

18 Oct 2019

When multinational companies fail, inevitably the headlines are numerous as the devastating consequences for employees are recognised. However, there is another group of stakeholders who will also suffer, their trade creditors.

by Fran Kidd

11 Oct 2019

Find out more about the three crucial questions you should consider when reducing Inheritance Tax

by Ed Gibson

8 Oct 2019

For those who want to make work a lifestyle choice rather than a necessity, calculating the point of being financially independent is based on three questions.

by Fran Kidd

25 Sep 2019

Shaw Gibbs are supporting Fairfield Residential on the 28 September for their 'Living Well in Older Age' exhibition. The informal exhibition, which is being held in the residential home, will include a number of Oxford providers of services that can help us all as we age.

by Emily Hillier

25 Sep 2019

Higher rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) will apply to most purchases of additional residential properties.

by Fran Kidd

20 Sep 2019

In September, Shaw Gibbs celebrated 25 years of The Oxfordshire Business Awards (OXBA) with an event held exclusively for the winners and finalists of the Awards in recent years.