Factsheets

Finance and Investment factsheets:

• 11 Oct 2012
  Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on Residential Property
  Capital Gains Tax is taxable on any gain made when an asset is sold or disposed of i.e. when you no longer own it.
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• 11 Oct 2012
  Income Tax on UK rental properties
  UK residents and domiciled individuals are subject to UK income tax on their worldwide income.
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• 25 Sep 2012
  A Parents' Guide to starting University
  Morton Fraser’s team of legal and financial experts have compiled this handy guide to help you in your parental role during what can be a life changing transition; when your child starts University.
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• 3 Aug 2012
  The mysteries of asking prices
  When you start thinking about buying a property, you begin to enter a strange new world. Our top tips will help you in the right direction.
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• 2 Jul 2012
  Residential Leases
  Important information for landlords regarding residential leases.
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• 2 Jul 2012
  Houses in Multiple Occupation
  Are you thinking about buying a property for your child to live in whilst they're at University? You may need to take into consideration obtaining a HMO license...
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• 26 Jun 2012
  Inheritance Tax changes - what does this mean for you?
  New legislation is to be introduced in the Finance Bill 2012 which will provide a reduction of Inheritance Tax where 10% or more of a deceased person's net estate (after deducting IHT exemptions, reliefs and the nil-rate band) is left to charity.
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• 30 May 2012
  Are buy-to-let properties a good investment?
  In the current financial climate is buy-to-let worth considering? Take a look at our factsheet which which will help you weigh up the options.
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• 3 May 2012
  Make your home work for you – Rent-a- Room
  If you are looking for ways to increase your household income you may consider renting out a spare bedroom.
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• 20 Apr 2012
  Buy to Let – It’s a Business
  The buy to let market has been in the media a lot recently, and more and more people are considering this form of investment. However, like any investment it needs to be approached with caution.
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