Entries by Stuart Mercer

Warning over bogus Stamp Duty claims

Homebuyers are being warned to avoid Stamp Duty Land Tax scams following a landmark Court of Appeal decision. HMRC is calling on people purchasing properties to be vigilant of tax agents offering to secure Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) repayments on their behalf where repairs are needed to a property they have bought. Some agents […]

‘Side hustlers’ urged to get tax returns sorted now

HMRC is encouraging people with additional income streams to understand their tax obligations and get ahead of the January deadline rush. If you earn more than £1,000 from additional income, you may need to register for Self Assessment. Filing now means you will know your tax situation sooner and can spread payments over time. So-called […]

The cost of Trump’s tariffs on pensions

Individuals saving into a defined contribution pensions scheme are set to be the most impacted by the economic turmoil created by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, according to a new report. In the wake of the “economic turbulence” felt across the globe by the president’s actions, the Society of Pension Professionals (SPP) has produced a […]

Interest rise affects beneficial loans

The government has increased the interest rate applied to beneficial loan agreements from 2.25 per cent to 3.75 per cent from the start of this month. At first glance that may seem like a small rise but it is a move that could have significant tax implications. Beneficial loan arrangements are typically loans between a […]

Sam bowls everyone over

Guy’s Thatched Hamlet at Bilsborrow was the perfect canalside setting for WNJ’s summer team event. A great time was had by everyone as they enjoyed the venue’s hospitality and took part in a very competitive crown green bowling tournament which was the centrepiece of the activities. In a hard-fought final Sam Dears, a member of […]