by Oasis Accountants | Jan 9, 2026 | Newsletter
When spouses or civil partners own an investment property together, the default “rule of thumb” is that the rental income is split 50:50 for tax purposes. However, a recent tax tribunal case (Moss v HMRC [2025]) serves as a stark reminder that this rule...
by Oasis Accountants | Jan 2, 2026 | Newsletter, Uncategorized
It is a common story: a family member wants to help a young entrepreneur get their business off the ground by financing a major purchase—like a van or specialized equipment. However, as one recent case illustrates, good intentions without proper tax planning can lead...
by Oasis Accountants | Dec 26, 2025 | Newsletter
For many years, salary sacrifice has been one of the most tax-efficient ways to build a pension. However, following the latest Budget, a significant shift is on the horizon. From 6 April 2029, the National Insurance (NI) advantages of these arrangements will be...
by Oasis Accountants | Dec 19, 2025 | Newsletter
Succession planning is a cornerstone of long-term business strategy, and Gift Holdover Relief is often the engine that makes it possible. Following the recent Budget, the government has announced a “modernisation” of this relief set for 2026. While the...
by Oasis Accountants | Dec 12, 2025 | Newsletter
Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) remains one of the most valuable capital gains tax (CGT) reliefs available to individual business owners. It offers a reduced CGT rate of 14% for 2025/26 on qualifying gains, subject to a £1 million lifetime limit. However, note...
by Oasis Accountants | Mar 29, 2024 | Newsletter
Changes to the High Income Child Benefit Charge The government announced the changes to the High Income Child Benefit Charge, and an increase to the threshold to £60,000 from 6 April 2024, with a taper up to £80,000. The charge will be 1% of the Child Benefit for...
