Cryptoassets for individuals: new guidance from HMRC
In recent years we’ve seen dramatically increased interest in cryptocurrencies (also referred to as cryptoassets) such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. In response, this week HMRC
Bitcoin’s Flip Side
BKL partner and cryptocurrency tax specialist Geraint Jones has contributed to Accounting Technician Magazine’s article on cryptocurrencies. Accounting Technician Magazine is published by the Association
Geraint Jones in Spear’s 500 2019
Geraint Jones, Head of Private Client Tax at BKL, has been included in the latest edition of the Spear’s 500. Spear’s 500 is the prestigious
Unvarnished truth: athletes as workers
David Whiscombe on the dangers of claiming to be a “worker”. Hot on the heels (or perhaps wheels) of plumbers, Uber drivers and others, it
Readers’ forum: Family first
Writing for Taxation magazine, BKL tax adviser Terry Jordan answers a reader’s query on transferring part-ownership of property to a family member. ‘I have a
Difficult as ABC: Entrepreneurs’ Relief and alphabet shares
David Whiscombe looks at the proposed new rules on Entrepreneurs’ Relief. It is reported that one Traci Redford recently took to social media to vent
Increase in Annual Investment Allowance: it’s all in the timing
The Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) can be utilised against expenditure on qualifying plant and machinery and integral features to obtain 100% tax relief in the
’Tis the season to be jolly (generous): IHT exemptions
As we enter the traditional season of giving, and regardless of whether your loved ones have been naughty or nice, you may have at least
Probate fees: new structure, big increases
Probate fees in England and Wales are set to change. The government has announced that it plans to introduce a new fee structure for grants
