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  1. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Capital Gains Tax On Property: 60-Day Reporting and Payment Requirements On Residential Disposals

    Understanding capital gains tax on property is essential when you are buying or selling properties. By familiarising yourself with the applicable rates, exemptions, and strategies to minimise tax liability, you can make informed decisions that can potentially save you money.…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  2. Blog26th Jun 2024

    What You Need to Know about the TBESS Scheme Extension

    The Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS) has undergone some changes since its initial launch. Originally planned to operate from September 2022 to February 2023, the TBESS scheme has been extended to provide additional assistance to eligible businesses. The new…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  3. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Leadership Competencies

    In today’s fast-paced and dynamic business environment, the role of a manager extends beyond technical expertise. While technical abilities are undoubtedly crucial, it is equally important for managers to develop strong leadership competencies. Recent research by the Centre for Creative…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  4. Blog26th Jun 2024

    How Important is ESG in M&A Transactions

      Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is attracting increasing attention from investors and acquirers when evaluating investment, growth funding and M&A opportunities, highlights Alasdair Green, Head of ESG at the AAB Group and Partner in the Corporate Finance team. At…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  5. Blog26th Jun 2024

    How Important is ESG in M&A Transactions?

    Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is attracting increasing attention from investors and acquirers when evaluating investment, growth funding and M&A opportunities.    At the outset of a possible deal, investors and acquirers are now taking more rigorous ESG considerations into account. …

    By Caroline Murphy

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  6. Blog26th Jun 2024

    What Is A Furnished Holiday Let?

    Furnished Holiday Lets (FHL) are becoming more and more popular in the UK, particularly in Scotland, with holidaymakers’ desires for a ‘staycation’ only increasing. But are you aware that these properties come with a different set of tax rules compared…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  7. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Export Licencing- The Silent Business Killer

    Most UK exporters routinely carry on their export trade.  Whether they are exporting the goods that they have manufactured or selling on other companies’ products, the company directors generally believe that they are operating in accordance with HMRC regulations. All…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  8. Blog26th Jun 2024

    What Is The Basis Period Reform For 2023?

    What is the basis period? The basis period is the accounting period on which a business calculates their tax each year.  Ordinarily the basis period on which a business is taxed is the 12 month accounting period that ends within…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  9. Blog26th Jun 2024

    UNRAVELLING THE SECRETS OF TAX CODES

    Tax codes are the enigmatic language of the financial world, often leaving individuals uncertain about their significance. In this guide, we aim to unravel the secrets of tax codes, shedding light on their importance and demystifying their complexities. Whether you’re…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  10. Blog26th Jun 2024

    How Rising Interest Rates Impact Access to Finance and Funding

    With interest rates at a 15-year high, funders increasingly expect businesses to be able to show they can cover financial covenants and continue to service outstanding debt. It’s all in the detail. AAB’s Business Funding Team can help businesses access…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  11. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Working in Norway: 2022 Norwegian Tax Assessment Notice

    Following submission of a Norwegian tax return 2022 for individuals under the general taxation scheme, once processed by Skatteetaten (the Norwegian tax office), a Tax Assessment Notice (TAN) will be issued showing the final position for the year.  The Norwegian…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  12. Blog26th Jun 2024

    PRIDE 2023 – #StandByYourTrans

    Celebrating Pride and promoting inclusivity within your workplace should not just be exclusive to the month of June. Instead, be a champion for diversity and equality ALL year round. This year’s theme for pride month is #StandByYourTRANS! A transgender (or…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  13. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Portugal’s Golden Visa – it’s not over yet.

    In October 2012 the Golden Visa Programme was launched. The main objective of the programme? To attract international capital into the country. Following the economic crisis of 2008 there was a real need for the programme. It has since become…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  14. Blog26th Jun 2024

    National Minumum Wage- The Pitfalls

    It would be fair to conclude that amidst the current cost of living crisis, employee remuneration is a hot topic. It is difficult to turn on the news at the moment without coverage of employees in pay disputes, with institutions…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  15. Blog26th Jun 2024

    50 Years Of VAT – It’s Been An Education!

    In this instalment of our reflection on the first half century of the “simple tax”, we look back at some of the policy decisions and case law that have shaped the current VAT landscape for education providers. As we look…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  16. Blog26th Jun 2024

    AABIE Visits Rowan Alba Home For The Homeless

    Our Charitable initiative AABIE launched in 2016 because members of AAB wanted to give back to local communities. Through AABIE our teams across AAB Group are able to support local charities and organisations to support the people who need it…

    By Caroline Murphy

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