The Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) has recommended that the government double the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) reporting and payment deadline for disposals of UK residential property to 60 days. Rules introduced in April 2020 mean that a UK resident disposing of UK...
During March 2021 almost 162,000 sales were agreed (according to Twenty CI data). This is a 77% year-on-year increase from 2020. This figure is the highest that Twenty CI data has ever seen since they started recording data back in 2009. Since the Stamp Duty Land Tax...
A survey conducted by the Construction Products Association (CPA) has found that price inflation for raw materials will continue to rise for the remainder of 2021. The survey found that housing is leading the economic recovery for the construction sector. But there is...
It is expected that Mortgage Payment Holidays will expire on 31 October 2020 (according to Britain’s financial watchdog). Even though many homeowners may be finding it difficult to pay their mortgage. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) did extend the scheme in June...
Research by Zoopla has suggested that built-up property demand has caused properties to sell much faster. Zoopla has reported that sales agreed through their property portal is 76% more than the current five-year average. One of the reasons is due to the temporary...
Rishi Sunak announces £2bn home insulation scheme The Chancellor has announced a £2bn grant scheme for homeowners for energy-saving home improvements, this is part of a wider £3bn project to cut emissions. The Treasury has said that this funding would help...
Government announce stamp duty holiday Stamp duty is paid on the purchase of a property. The rules of stamp duty are slightly different across the 4 countries of the UK. Stamp Duty Land Tax is paid in England and Northern Ireland. Land and Building...
The Prime Minister has announced an immediate £5bn package of capital investment in infrastructure projects. Confirming that the Government is investing in the construction sector to accelerate the economy’s recovery from the coronavirus crisis. This funding should...
Deadline for SDLT extended for main residence disposals In 2016 the Government introduced a 3% surcharge on purchasing second homes. If you buy a new home and your previous home has not sold at the time of the purchase, this charge applies. But it is possible to claim...
Did you know that, from 6 April 2020, there will be significant changes to the capital gains tax regime for disposals of UK residential land and property? UK residents making a disposal will be required to submit a return and pay any capital gains tax due to HMRC...
During this difficult time Hawsons are here to help and support their clients as best they can The Government has announced new measures to help businesses through this difficult time. The first being the tax helpline to support businesses affected by coronavirus. If...
Bank of England Update for Businesses and Households During this difficult time for businesses and households, the Bank of England has put together a list of sites where you can find the latest updates from the Government. The following has been circulated by the bank...