Stamp Duty Land Tax and the 5% ‘additional property’ surcharge explained
Following the Autumn Budget announcement, we answer some of the common questions we receive surrounding the surcharge on SDLT applied for 'additional properties'.
VAT for Independent Schools
Chancellor Rachel Reeves today delivered the highly anticipated Autumn Budget, outlining a series of sweeping measures aimed at addressing the UK’s £22bn deficit. Read our article detailing the introduction of VAT on independent school fees.
National Insurance (NI) changes following the Autumn Budget 2024
The Chancellor announced the rate of employers’ national insurance contributions (NIC) that businesses pay will increase by 1.2%, from 13.8% to 15%, from April 2025. Find out more.
Businesses more confident about growing sales than raising prices
Businesses are more likely to increase their revenues from sales compared to prices, however there are regional and industrial exceptions.
FD Index 2024: UK businesses scale back their borrowing and look to equity funding
Research finds that companies are likely to rely on equity funding or their own reserves to fund growth. Read our report to find out more.
FD Index 2024: Volumes versus prices - how businesses expect to grow
Research finds that there are exceptions to the business growth plan of selling more at increased prices. Read our report to find out more.
Price Bailey welcomes Transaction Services Specialist to strengthen Strategic Corporate Finance team
Learn more about Mohammed Imran’s appointment as Director in Price Bailey’s Corporate Finance team, enhancing the firm's expertise in M&A, due diligence, and sector advisory.
Smaller businesses less optimistic about growth prospects as government looks to hike taxes and red tape in autumn statement
Smaller businesses are less optimistic about their growth prospects, while being more weary of negative impacts caused by NMW changes.
VAT on commercial property purchases
Understand the intricacies of VAT on commercial property purchases, including how exemptions work, when VAT applies, and what to consider before opting to tax.
Benefits of auditing your business
Have you considered the significant benefits of auditing your business, even if a statutory audit isn't required? Read our article by Sean McCann, Partner at Price Bailey, to find out more.
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on property disposals
Learn about current Capital Gains Tax requirements for property sales, including eligibility for Principal Private Residence Relief, 60-day reporting rules, and potential penalties.
Group audit and the forthcoming AI Bill: ICAEW podcast
Catherine Hardinge, Partner at Price Bailey, recently featured on a podcast hosted by the ICAEW. The podcast covers the revisions to ISA 600 on group audit and the likely contents of the AI Bill that is expected to be brought to Parliament before the end of the year.