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By Steve Williams

7th October 2024

Mitigating the impact of VAT on private school fees: what are schools’ options?

The new VAT legislation on private school fees, due to apply from 1st January 2025, presents many challenges and it is vital that schools carefully consider their options, including some highlighted here. 

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By James Fraser

3rd October 2024

Autumn Budget 2024: Is good news on the horizon?

The Government has painted a very gloomy outlook for the UK, with announcements that there will be some pain coming in the Budget but the Budget needs to provide some good news to stimulate growth. 

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By Armstrong Watson

2nd October 2024

Armstrong Watson welcomes new Partner in Glasgow

Armstrong Watson is delighted to announce the appointment of new Partner Craig Reid, who will head up the Accounting and Business Services team in Glasgow.

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By Karen Thomson

25th September 2024

6 reasons to outsource your payroll

Outsourcing your payroll can bring many benefits to your business. Not only will it free up in-house staff to focus on core business activities and strategic tasks, but it can provide added peace of mind that the process is streamlined and compliant with ever-changing payroll legislation.

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By Justin Rourke

25th September 2024

Speculation mounting ahead of 2024 Autumn Budget

Ahead of Labour’s first budget, speculation in many news reports has gathered pace - suggesting that it could be especially grim -  and Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, has now laid the groundwork to ensure we won’t be surprised by tax hikes. 

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By Emma Copley

19th September 2024

How does the reduction in CGT exemption affect your investments?

Previously, individuals could realise gains up to £12,300 without incurring any Capital Gains Tax. With the exemption now at £3,000, more investors will find themselves liable for CGT on gains that would have previously been exempt.

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By Armstrong Watson

12th September 2024

The importance of pension planning for young people

Most retirees are in receipt of pensions - whether this is via drawdown or annuities – and nearly everyone will find themselves relying on monies set aside in their earlier working lives to support them in retirement. For this reason, pensions are just as important - perhaps even more so - to young people as they are to those approaching retirement.

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By Whitney Whitfield

10th September 2024

Capital Gains Tax relief: Time to extract wealth from your limited company?

If you have recently sold your business and are left with cash at bank, or you are planning to cease trading, due to retirement or because the business of the company has run its course, it is important to consider how to extract your money in the most tax-efficient way. With a budget looming, timing may be key to ensure you benefit from the tax reliefs currently available. 

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By Paul Moody

5th September 2024

Should I invest in a buy-to-let property or a pension?

Pensions and the purchase of buy-to-let property continue to be popular investment vehicles for retirement planning.

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By Emma Copley

4th September 2024

Opting out - Why you should stay in your workplace pension

The cost-of-living crisis has caused many individuals and their families to review and prioritise their outgoings, which may also have led to them thinking whether it is a good idea to remain in a workplace pension. Here, we challenge some of the reasons people might give when choosing to stop their pension contributions.

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