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Sample Articles from this site
Here are a few sample articles to give you an idea of the kinds of things you'll find in the Subscribers Area of this site. These articles are reprinted as they originally appeared in the members only section of this site.
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UK tax on a bear call spread
A bear call spread is a popular trading style where you have a negative, bearish view of the market. This article looks at the income/capital gains tax implications of a bear call spread . . . keep reading
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Example CGT calculations on CFD's
28/09/2009
If you're investing in CFD's and are wondering how capital gains tax will apply to your profits this article will answer your questions. It explains how CGT applies to CFD's and include some examples illustrating the CGT position . . . keep reading
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Common tax planning Q&A's for non dom traders
31/07/2009
There have been a number of changes to the tax treatment of non doms after April 2008. Any non doms living in the UK who are trading or investing in the overseas markets will be directly impacted by many of the changes. In this article we look at some of the common tax planning Q&A's that may arise for many traders and investors. . . . keep reading
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Are profits from spread betting always free of tax?
25/05/2009
It's well known that spread betting profits are free of tax. This is because for tax purposes spread betting profits are classed as income arising from gambling activities. As gambling income the profits would therefore be fully exempt from UK income tax, national insurance and Capital Gains Tax ('CGT'). However is this always the case? . . . keep reading
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Will I be taxed as a forex trader if its my only income?
As you're no doubt aware there are two broad options for being taxed on your forex profits. You could either be a forex trader or a forex investor.For tax purposes the difference is crucial as a forex trader will be subject to income tax, whereas a forex investor will be subject to CGT. This article looks at whether you could be classed as a forex trader if forex profits are your only source of income . . . keep reading
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When traders & investors in Options, CFD's and Futures should use a company to reduce taxes (Part 1)
One of the key tax planning opportunities available to anyone trading or investing is to consider using a company. The company tax regime is completely different to how individuals are taxed. Note only are the tax rates different but how the tax is calculated along with loss relief rules and methods of extraction are all completely different. This article looks at tax planning opportunities from using a company for derivatives (ie CFD's, Options, Futures)traders/investors . . . keep reading
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Transferring Shares to Children to Avoid Income Tax
Making the most of a spouses basic rate tax band is a common tax planning strategy but what next? If you hold shares as an investment can you transfer some of the income to your children to benefit from their lower tax rate? This article looks at how you can access your children basic rate tax bands to reduce income tax . . . keep reading
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"I've found this website very useful in reducing tax on my forex profits. It's definitely worth the subscription fee."
Adrian Childs
Edinburgh
"After having inconsistent advice on other forums it's been great to finally get to the bottom of what I can and can't do to reduce my taxes!"
Peter Young
Cyprus
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