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Estate Planning during a divorce
Our Recommendations In an already stressful and difficult time, the last thing you want to be worrying about is estate planning. While you are still married, even if separated but not divorced, your spouse still has a claim to your estate. Ensure your Will, Life...
Family Investment Companies – what are they and how can you use them?
Family Investment Companies (FIC) An FIC is a private limited company typically set up by family members to manage and protect family wealth, often for long-term planning purposes and to hold assets. The appointed 'Company Director' (often a parent within a family)...
Three-step approach to ensuring your wishes are carried out at the end of your life
As Christmas rolls round and families are looking at plans to get together, a lot of us are thinking about how to look after both ourselves and our loved ones in later life. Preparing for the future covers many topics and situation, for instance who are your...
Capital Allowances – what can YOU claim?
Skip the details and speak directly to our Capital Allowances specialist through our Group company OCG Accountants What are Capital Allowances? Capital Allowances are a tax relief practice which allows taxpayers to deduct capital expenditure against their annual...
Form 17 – adjusting the split of property income between couples
The Income Tax Act 2007 (section 836) allows for income from properties that are jointly owned by married couples or civil partners that live together, to be legally split 50/50. Changes to the default 50/50 split on property income can be declared using what’s known...
How to download your SA100 – Your full tax return 2024
Did you know that you can view, print and download your FULL tax returns at any time? Here’s what you need to do:- 1) Visit the Gov.uk website by clicking here www.gov.uk/log-in-register-hmrc-online-services and click on sign in to reach the login page. 2) Scroll...
Fixed vs. Variable Rate Mortgages: Which Is Right for You?
When it comes to choosing a mortgage, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is whether to opt for a fixed or variable interest rate. Whilst our mortgage brokers at OCG Mortgages can give you a more tailored comparison suited to your personal goals and needs,...
Generational Businesses – How to coach the next generation
As of 2020, it's estimated there are 4.8 million family businesses in the UK, contributing £575 billion to the UK economy. Most of these are very small, with 3 quarters being sole traders, and a further 21% having 1 - 9 employees. Speak to any family business going...
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