HMRC

Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax on Inherited Property? (UK Guide)

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Illustration of a house with a probate label and rising value bar, showing capital gains on inherited property

Inheriting property doesn’t trigger Capital Gains Tax — but selling it might. Here’s how CGT works after inheritance and what to watch out for.

Using Trusts to Manage Property Tax – What You Need to Know (UK)

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Illustration showing a home labelled “Trust” being handed over with tax symbols in the background — representing CGT and IHT issues.

Putting property into a trust might seem like a tax-saving move — but it can trigger CGT, IHT, and admin rules. Here’s what landlords and owners must know.

How to Report Capital Gains Tax When You Sell a Rental Property (UK Guide 2025)

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Sold rental property in the UK – front of terraced house with estate agent sign and blog title about Capital Gains Tax (UK 2025)

Sold a UK rental property? You must report the sale and pay any Capital Gains Tax within 60 days of completion. This guide explains what to report, when, and how to avoid HMRC penalties.

Business Expenses – What You Can and Can’t Claim (UK 2025)

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Confused about what business expenses you can claim in 2025? This guide breaks down HMRC rules for UK sole traders and limited companies, with tips to avoid common mistakes.

The Difference Between Capital and Revenue Expenses on Your Rental Property.

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Model house on British banknotes with calculator and pen, representing property expenses and landlord tax deductions.

Not all property expenses are treated the same for tax. Learn the key differences between capital and revenue expenses, what you can claim, and when to report them — so you don’t fall foul of HMRC rules.

Sole Trader vs Limited Company — Which is Better for Tax?

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A split screen showing a confident businesswoman at a desk on one side (representing a Sole Trader) and a small team around a meeting table on the other (representing a Limited Company).

Choosing between a Sole Trader and a Limited Company affects your tax, liability, and business structure. This guide breaks down the pros and cons, tax rules, and how to decide what’s right for you.

Understanding Trusts — What They Are and Why They Matter

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A professional Black British accountant explaining how family trusts work to a middle-aged couple in a home setting, UK context.

Confused about Trusts? This simple guide explains what they are, how they’re used in property and estate planning, and when to consider one.