Nichola's SME Tax W-update 17 June 2011

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Other headlines: according to the ICAEW's Tax Faculty the wording in the 2011 Finance Bill creates a potential tax trap when the AIA reduces to £25,000 next year. I have created a worked summary for subscribers, but some clients will need to be warned about the timing of purchases.

Incorporation or not? Lots more updates in our incorporation section, but do scroll down to see what is new and updated this time.

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Nichola

Nichola Ross Martin FCA
Tax Director

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Guides and updates

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Recent updates

AIA: rules where there is a change of rate
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