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Tax Issues of Share buyback in the UK

A listed company usually buys its own shares back in the stock market while a private company buys its shares back by agreeing a price with the shareholders. However, a listed company can also choose to operate a share buyback from the intermediary who was instructed to act as principal for the company or to act as its agent in buying back shares from shareholders, on- or off-market.

2023 New System of Late VAT Return Submission and Payment in UK

Starting on 1 January 2023, the default surcharge will be replaced by a new system of charging penalties for late submission of VAT returns and late payment of VAT.

Introduction to Taxes for UK Properties

An investment property is real estate property purchased with the intention of earning a return on the investment either through rental income, the future resale of the property, or both. The investment property purchased for renting out purpose is usually called as ‘Buy-To-Let’ (BTL) in the UK. The property may be held by an individual investor, a group of investors, or a corporation.

Introduction to Value Added Tax in UK

VAT is short for Value Added Tax. It is one of the most important taxes in the UK. VAT is a tax collected by the seller, but ultimately paid by the consumer. It is a very important source of tax for the UK.

UK Employer Responsibilities and Payroll Calculation Guideline

This article gives a general guidance on employers’ three main responsibilities and how payroll works in the UK, including taxation, national insurance contribution and pension. Some figures such as basic personal allowance and employment allowance could vary from year to year.

​Stamp duty on shares of a UK Company

When you buy shares by using a Stock Transfer Form and the transaction amount is over £1,000, you must pay stamp duty to HMRC. The Stock Transfer Form must be delivered to the Stamp Office for stamping and pay stamp duty within 30 days of it being signed and dated.