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Selling a Property in the UK: When Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax?
Selling a property does not always mean Capital Gains Tax is due. Discover how the rules differ for main homes, rental properties and second homes, including Private Residence Relief and the 60-day reporting deadline.
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Capital Gains Tax in the UK: A Simple Guide for Individuals
Capital Gains Tax can apply when you dispose of an asset that has increased in value. You do not normally pay tax on the full amount you receive. Capital Gains Tax applies to the gain you make after applying the relevant costs, losses, allowances and reliefs. For example, if you buy an investment for £20,000…
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UK Stablecoin Tax Rules: Draft Changes from April 2027
The UK government plans to change how eligible stablecoins are taxed. Under draft legislation published on 13 July 2026, disposals of eligible stablecoins by individuals and trustees would become exempt from Capital Gains Tax from 6 April 2027. Certain qualifying returns from eligible stablecoins would also be treated as savings income for Income Tax purposes.…
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HMRC DeFi Tax Rules: Draft Crypto CGT Changes from April 2027
The UK government has published draft legislation that would change the Capital Gains Tax treatment of certain cryptoasset lending, borrowing and liquidity pool transactions. The new rules are intended to apply from 6 April 2027. They are designed to defer Capital Gains Tax in certain circumstances until there is an economic disposal of the cryptoasset,…
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How Is Crypto Taxed in the UK? A Simple Guide
Crypto is taxed in the UK. The tax you pay depends on what you do with it. For most individuals, Capital Gains Tax applies when you dispose of crypto and make a gain. Income Tax can apply when you receive crypto as income, for example from staking, mining or employment. HMRC says that most individuals…
