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February 2008Entrepreneurs' Relief In the Pre-Budget Report in October 2007 the Chancellor, Alistair Darling, announced a series of changes to the capital gains tax (CGT) regime for individuals and trustees. These changes included the abolition of taper relief and indexation relief and the introduction of a single rate of CGT of 18%. The changes take effect from 6 April 2008.
Residence and Domicile Following the Pre-Budget Report announcement that HMRC would be reviewing the rules on residence, HMRC have issued some draft legislation which is expected to take effect from 6 April 2008.
Whatever the Family Fortunes, your Nearest and Dearest will Thank you for Leaving a Will The Independent says that millions of us never get round to the important task of making a last will and testament. The UK is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, but a recent survey suggests that some 50 per cent of adults have left no legally binding instructions for the distribution of their assets in the event of their death.
Investors Urged not to Panic but to Buy on Falls The FT reports that investors are being urged to look to the long term - and to buy on weakness rather than panic sell - after the recent high drama in stock markets.
After a Wild Week, what's the Outlook for World Equities? The Independent takes a look at each of the major regions of the world and the outlook for the months ahead.
Cornerstone of a Long-Term Investment The FT reports that with new year predictions of volatile and difficult conditions in the equity markets already coming true, investors can be excused for turning to safe haven funds such as equity income.
ISA Options - 2007 - 08 Tax Year The ISA season is again upon us and for those investors who have yet to make use of their 2007/8 allowance, we have selected a number of plans which may be of interest. |
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