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For companies selling shares, the Substantial Shareholdings Exemption (SSE) can mean significant tax relief. Introduced in 2002 and simplified in 2017, this exemption allows qualifying gains on share disposals to go untaxed—provided key conditions are met. #SubstantialShareholdingsExemption #CorporateTax

Reclaiming VAT on company cars isn’t as simple as it sounds. Generally, businesses can’t recover VAT unless the car is used exclusively for business purposes. But there are exceptions—like taxis, driving schools, and commercial vehicles. Here’s what you need to know. #VATRecovery #CompanyCars #BusinessTaxTips

Navigating tax obligations can be daunting for small business owners and sole traders. To make life easier, HMRC has introduced new interactive tools, including a Sole Trader Setup Guide and VAT Registration Estimator, helping businesses understand taxes step by step. #SmallBusinessTax #HMRCGuidance #SoleTraderTips

Can’t pay your tax bill in full by 31 January 2025? HMRC’s online Time to Pay system lets self-assessment taxpayers spread the cost over monthly instalments. With plans available for tax bills up to £30,000, this flexible option can help you avoid late payment penalties. #TimeToPay #SelfAssessment #HMRCSupport

Navigating VAT in the construction industry can feel like untangling scaffolding. Enter the VAT reverse charge—special rules that mean sub-contractors no longer charge VAT on services but contractors handle the tax instead. Here's how it works and who it affects. #VATReverseCharge #ConstructionTax #UKVAT

Over one million parents have now claimed Child Benefit online or via the HMRC app, with 87% of new claims using this speedy service. If you've recently had a baby or a child joins your family, applying online ensures you get support quickly—right when you need it most. #ChildBenefit #HMRCApp #ParentingSupport

Could you save up to £1,260 in tax this year? If one of you earns less than £12,570, the Marriage Allowance lets couples transfer unused personal allowances. Don't miss out on this easy tax break! #MarriageAllowance #TaxSavings #UKCouples

Married couples and civil partners may be able to pass on up to £1 million of their estate tax-free with the Residence Nil Rate Band. Claiming this transferable allowance could secure your family home for future generations. Make sure your estate planning takes this into account. #InheritancePlanning #RNRB #TaxFreeEstate

🌍🤝 International Partner Meeting in Dubai: Together across borders!       Two inspiring days of sharing, collaboration and innovation are behind us! Our Ecovis partners from around the world gathered in Dubai to work together on exciting topics such as our Vision 2030. The use of AI in our industry also featured prominently. Numerous workshops and discussions were held to network, share knowledge and develop new ideas. 💡🌟        Once again it became clear that our smooth, cross-border collaboration on consulting projects not only benefits our clients, but also us as a network.         Thank you all, this meeting was a great success! 🙏 We look forward to many more joint projects and continuing our strong partnership worldwide. 🌐💼         #Ecovis #GlobalNetwork #Collaboration #Innovation #CrossBorderSuccess #Teamwork

🌍 Business Breakfast Highlight: International Expansion in 2025 🍽️ Gestern hatten Ann-Christin Büscher und Tino Wunderlich gemeinsam mit unseren UK-Kollegen Ben Smith, Ruth Potter und Yasmin Diesendorf die Gelegenheit, beim Business Breakfast des Bundesverbands für Wirtschaftsförderung und Außenwirtschaft (BWA) in Berlin einen spannenden Vortrag zu halten. 🎙️ Unter dem Titel: „International expansion: What are the key accounting, tax and regulatory considerations your business needs to know in 2025?“ haben Ann und Tino sowie die Kollegen aus UK zentrale Themen beleuchtet, wie: - Steuerliche Themen aus dem Bereich der direkten und indirekten - Besteuerung in Deutschland und UK, - Unterschiede bei internationalen Prüfungsregularien, - Best Practices und globales Know-how für nachhaltiges Wachstum. ✨ Ein besonderes Highlight war die Anwesenheit von David Holt , 1st Secretary des Britischen Generalkonsulats, der wertvolle Einblicke und Möglichkeiten für zukünftige Kooperationen eröffnete. Ein großes Dankeschön an alle Teilnehmenden, insbesondere an den BWA für die Organisation dieser inspirierenden Plattform zum Austausch! 🙌 Wir freuen uns, das Thema internationales Wachstum gemeinsam mit unseren Partnern und Kollegen von ECOVIS Wingrave Yeats weiter voranzutreiben. 💼🌟 Yesterday Ann-Christin Büscher and Tino Wunderlich together with our UK colleagues Ben Smith, Ruth Potter and Yasmin Diesendorf had the opportunity to give an exciting talk at the Business Breakfast of the Bundesverband für Wirtschaftsförderung und Außenwirtschaft (BWA) in Berlin.   🎙️ Under the title: “International expansion: What are the key accounting, tax and regulatory considerations your business needs to know in 2025?” Ann and Tino and their colleagues from the UK highlighted key topics such as: - Tax issues from the area of direct and indirect taxation in Germany and the UK, - Differences in international audit regulations, - best practices and global know-how for sustainable growth.   ✨ A special highlight was the presence of David Holt, 1st Secretary of the British Consulate General, who provided valuable insights and opportunities for future cooperation.   A big thank you to all participants, especially to the BWA for organizing this inspiring platform for exchange! 🙌 We look forward to continuing to drive the topic of international growth together with our partners and colleagues from ECOVIS Wingrave Yeats. 💼🌟 #ecoviskso #InternationalBusiness #GlobalGrowth #Tax #Accounting #Collaboration #ECOVISWingrave