Zurich Tax Handbook 2002-2003 2002-2003 Book

Long established as one of the UK's leading tax guides as the Allied Dunbar Tax Handbook, now renamed the Zurich Tax Handbook, this is an invaluable, comprehensive reference source on all aspects of taxation. Written by experienced tax experts to meet the needs of both the professional and non-professional alike, it provides all the information you need to effectively manage all issues relating to tax. The Zurich Tax Handbook provides detailed information on the complete range of taxes including Capital Gains Tax, VAT, Stamp Duty, Inheritance Tax and National Insurance. What is more, the extensive cross-referencing facility means that all this information is easily accessible. Fully revised and updated, this edition incorporates all the latest changes following the Finance Act 2002, offering sound practical advice on self-assessment and the entries in your tax return on a line-by-line basis. It provides worked examples, checklists and tax-saving tips, ensuring that you capitalise on tax-saving opportunities.It covers the following new content following this year's Budget: Company Cars Major changes to taxation of company cars come into force New rules for taxing free fuel for company cars New 100% capital allowances for low emission cars Enterprise Management Incentives extended CGT taper relief changes on business assets mean that many individuals will pay tax at only 10 per cent Offshore Funds - changes to taxation of investments Venture Capital Trusts - regulations to be relaxed CharitiesNew relief for giving to charities Charitable exemptions extended to Community Amateur Sports Clubs Corporate taxExemption for companies which sell substantial shareholdings in trading companies Companies may now claim tax relief on purchases of goodwill VAT bad debt rules simplified VAT flat rate schemes save administration Stamp DutyMajor reforms of Stamp Duty Exemption from stamp duty for sales of goodwill Government review of tax regime for foreign nationals who reside in the UK Small companies get a A GBP10,000 tax-free allowance Inheritance Tax - threshold extended Online updates - this year for the first time, online updates will be available following the 2003 Budget, ensuring that the information supplied is as up-to-date and reliable as possibleContents List:1 Coping with self-assessment 2 Managing you Tax Affairs3 Employment Income4 Tax and Self-Employment5 Income from UK Property6 Income from Savings7 Other income8 Deductions in arriving at taxable income9 Allowances and Tax Credits10 Tax Efficient Investment11 Life Assurance and Pensions12 Capital Gains Tax13 The calculation of Capital Gains14 More complex calculations for certain types of asset15 The main residence16 Capital Gains Tax and Business Transactions17 Some Ways of Reducing Capital Gains Tax18 Inheritance Tax and Individuals19 The Taxation of Trusts20 Deducting Tax at Source21 Anti-avoidance legislation22 Residence Status23 The Income and Capital Gains of Foreign Domiciliaries24 National Insurance Contributions & Social Security Benefits25 Tax and Companies26 Outline of VAT27 Stamp Duty and Stamp Duty Reserve Tax28 Some Special Types of Taxpayer29 Charities and not for Profit Organisations30 Tax tablesRead More