Free Tax Articles
A selection of free tax advice articles written by experts
10 WAYS TO BEAT THE CREDIT CRUNCH - SEPTEMBER 2008
Explains how your buy-to-let portfolio can survive during the credit crunch and recession.
INCREASE YOUR TAX DEDUCTIBLE INTEREST - SEPTEMBER 2008 
Find out how to increase your mortgage interest tax deduction using this little known secrets.
THE NEW ENTREPRENEURS RELIEF - APRIL 2008
It's the biggest change to capital gaains tax in a decade. Find out how entrepreneurs relief affects you and how to maximize it.
TOP 10 MISTAKES FOR NON-RESIDENTS - APRIL 2008
Non-resident and offshore tax plaanning can be complicated but our expert author explains it all in plain English.
FULL 2008 BUDGET REPORT (PDF DOCUMENT LINK) - MARCH 2008
Full coverage of the 2008 Budget tax changes.
TOP TEN TAX TIPS FOR FOREIGN PROPERTY OWNERS - FEBRUARY 2008
If you own overseas property this article tells you all the tax dos and don'ts!
10 TOP TIPS FOR THE SMALL BUSINESS OWNER - DECEMBER 2007
Essential reading for all business owners who want to maximise profits and reduce taxes.
SELLING YOUR HOME AFTER YOU'VE LEFT THE UK - DECEMBER 2007
This article shows you how to avoid capital gains tax after you have left the UK.
WHEN YOU SHOULD NOT USE A COMPANY - DECEMBER 2007
Companies are excellent tax shelter. Find out when they are NOT a good idea.
HOW THE NEW CAPITAL GAINS TAX RULES WILL AFFECT YOU - NOVEMBER 2007
The capital gains tax system was fundamentally changed in 2007. Find out how the new rules work and what you can do to slash your capital gains tax.
CAN YOU BE A TAX EXILE? - NOVEMBER 2007
This is one of the most powerful tax planning strategies.. if you can get it right! Find out how to become a tax exile and be resident nowhere!
WORKING ABROAD - MINIMISE UK INCOME TAX - NOVEMBER 2007
Working abroad is usually very exciting for most inidividuals. However, there are important tax implications you need to be aware of.
USE A COMPANY AFTER THE PRE BUDGET REPORT - NOVEMBER 2007
The Pre-Budget Report changed a lot of tax laws. Find out whether companies are still attractive for business owners and investors.
COMPANY OWNED HOUSES ABROAD - SEPTEMBER 2007
The rules for those who put overseas property into a company have changed. This article explains the new rules in plain English.
FAMILY BUSINESSES AND INCOME SPLITTING - SEPTEMBER 2007
Husbands and wives often split company profits by taking salaries and dividends. Find out how to make this strategy watertight and avoid trouble with the taxman.
TAX BENEFITS OF RENTAL LOSSES - JUNE 2007
Make the most of your rental lossses with this informative mini guide.
BUSINESS PROPERTY RELIEF - JUNE 2007
Business property relief is an extremely important IHT relief. Our guide How to Avoid Inheritance Tax explains all the rules.
RETIRE RICH WITH PROPERTY PENSIONS - MAY 2007
Put property into a pension and save thousands of pounds in tax. We have published a unique guide called Tax-free Property Investments which shows you how to invest in property tax free.
BUYING BUSINESS PROPERTY - MAY 2007
There are lots of different ways to buy business property and each one haas different tax consequences. This article examines the pros and cons of each method.
FULL 2007 BUDGET REPORT (PDF DOCUMENT LINK) - MARCH 2007
Comprehensive coverage of the Budget tax Changes.
TAX RETURN TIPS - JANUARY 2007
These tax return tips will help you complete your return without fuss.. and save a few bob in tax too!
A STUDENT LANDLORD'S TALE - DECEMBER 2006
We have published a unique guide for those who want to invest in profitable student flats - written by a landlord who built a £4 million portfolio of student flats.
SALARY OR DIVIDEND - NOVEMBER 2006
This is probably the most important tax planning issue for owners of limited companies. Taxcafe has published a completely unique guide which explains exactly how much salary or dividend you should take.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY VS RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY - NOVEMBER 2006
This article explains the tax differences between commercial and residential property investments
LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP (OVERSEAS TAX) - AUGUST 2006
This article explains the tax traps to watch out for when you invest overseas.
THE ENORMOUS TAX BENEFITS OF FURNISHED HOLIDAY LETTINGS - AUGUST 2006
Furnished holiday letting tax rules are changing. Taxcafe has published a unique guide explaining exactly what you should do now to save thousands in tax.
WHY TRUSTS ARE STILL POWERFUL TAX SHELTERS - AUGUST 2006
Trust are extremely useful inheritance tax shelters. Our guide How to Avoid Inheritance Tax explains exactly how they work and how you can use them to save thousands in inheritance tax.
FULL 2006 BUDGET REPORT (PDF DOCUMENT LINK) - MARCH 2006
Full coverage of the 2006 Budget in this useful mini guide.
TOP 10 TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR PROPERTY INVESTORS - JANUARY 2006
Property investors should claim every income tax deduction they can - our guide How to Avoid Property Tax will help you slash your tax by thousands... every year.
TOP TEN TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES - AUGUST 2005
Many business owners don't know how many tax deductions they can claim - this article lists some of the best but little known deductions.
THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE A FORMER HOME - AUGUST 2005
A former home is one of the best capital gains tax shelters around. No property enjoys such favoured capital gains tax treatment.
THE TAX BENEFITS OF JOINT OWNERSHIP - MAY 2005
Owning property jointly has enormous income tax and capital gains tax benefits.
TAX RELIEF ON COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INVESTMENTS - MAY 2005
Find out all about commercial property taxation.
GIVING TO CHARITY THE TAX EFFICIENT WAY - MAY 2005
Some charitable donations are more tax efficient than others. Click the link to discover how to maximize your tax savings.
HOW EMPLOYEES CAN REDUCE NATIONAL INSURANCE - DECEMBER 2004
By getting your employer to contribute directly to your pension fuind you could save a mountain of national insurance.
HOW TO USE STAMP DUTY TO SELL PROPERTY - DECEMBER 2004
Stamp duty planning techniques explained.
TAXATION OF SMALL COMPANY DIVIDENDS - NOVEMBER 2004
Small company owners need to know how to structure their pay in the most tax efficient way possible.
THE TAX BENEFITS OF COMMERCIAL PROPERTY - NOVEMBER 2004
More tax benefits of commercial property investing
NEW FLATS FOR OLD - SEPTEMBER 2004
This article tells you everything you need to know about the flat converison allowance.
THE TAX RETURNS DEADLINE - SEPTEMBER 2004
More timely tax return tips. Make sure you get your return in on time and avoid fines and penalties.
A NICE LITTLE TAX BREAK FOR MUMS & DADS - AUGUST 2004
Everything you need to know about child trust funds.
THE TAX CONSEQUENCES OF RE-MORTGAGING - AUGUST 2004
Re-mortgaging property has some very important tax implications... ignore them at your peril.
HOW TO SPOT DODGY INVESTMENT PROMOTERS - AUGUST 2004
There are lots of investment scams out there - Nick Braun shows you how to spot them.
THE VAT FLAT RATE SCHEME - JUNE 2004
Consider joining the VAT Flat Rate Scheme - it could save you a packet.