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1 November 2024
What to expect in the upcoming US election 2024 – Harris vs Trump tax policies
Here's what to expect in the upcoming US election 2024 – Harris vs Trump tax policies… Read more 20241101

30 October 2024
Autumn Budget 2024: Were promises fulfilled or broken?
The Budget focused on Labour's bold plans to address the UK's finances and invest in infrastructure across health,… Read more 20241030

13 May 2024
How is my UK tax residence status determined?
In this article, we outline the Statutory Residence Test (SRT) and how it can affect your tax position.… Read more 20240513

3 April 2024
2024/25 UK tax rates and allowances guide
Download our 2024/25 UK tax rates and allowances guide, to stay on top of the key tax rates and allowance updates amid… Read more 20240403

1 March 2024
2024 US tax rates and allowances guide
Download our free 2024 US tax rates and allowances guide, to stay on top of the key tax rates and allowance updates… Read more 20240301

6 February 2024
Setting up a business in the UK - Banking considerations
There are several key banking considerations to keep in mind when setting up a business in the UK to ensure… Read more 20240206

8 January 2024
US Supreme Court clarifies Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) penalty application
In 2023, the Supreme Court confirmed that the $10,000 penalty for non-wilful failure to file an FBAR will apply per… Read more 20240108

Tax considerations for non-American students attending US universities
Non-American students are increasingly looking to US universities as an alternative to their home country’s higher… Read more 20230913

UK Inheritance Tax (IHT) reporting requirements for non-UK (deemed) domiciled individuals
When someone who’s not domiciled in the UK dies holding UK assets, it’s sometimes difficult to understand the UK… Read more 20230726

8 June 2023
Pandora Papers – HMRC nudge letters on offshore income and gains
If you’ve received a ‘nudge’ letter requesting you to check your reported overseas income and gains, don’t… Read more 20230608

US Estate Tax for non-American owners of US assets
In this article we highlight the US Estate Tax exposure and administrative forms required in this situation. … Read more 20230531

10 March 2023
Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability report 2021-22
This year’s report shares highlights of our CRS activity over the last financial year… Read more 20230310

Key tax considerations for non-US persons investing in the US
If you are a Non-Resident Alien (NRA) for US tax purposes, you should be aware of the tax implications of investing in… Read more 20230105

20 December 2022
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) - new US reporting requirement
Here's what US reportable entities or foreign reportable entities doing business in the US, and their beneficial… Read more 20221220

9 December 2022
2023 US tax year end planning
The 2023 US tax year ends on 31 December 2023, so now is a good time to consider whether there is anything that you can … Read more 20221209

Business Expansion Series: UK and Asia-Pacific opportunities
What you need to know about grants, incentives, tax and more, in both markets.… Read more 20220729

Get your US tax filings up to date via the Streamlined program
Here’s the advantages and qualifying criteria. … Read more 20220516

The tax implications of renouncing US citizenship or green cards
If you’re looking to renounce your US citizenship or green card and expatriating, you should keep in the mind the tax… Read more 20220408

2023/24 UK tax year end planning
The 2023/24 UK tax year ends on 5 April 2024, and there are a number of things you can do to optimise your tax position… Read more 20220318

3 November 2021
The US taxation of crypto assets
Crypto assets are a hot topic, and the IRS has shown a strong interest in how they are taxed, by asking about crypto ass… Read more 20211103

Tax checklist for moving to the UK
Whether you’re moving to the UK permanently or just for the foreseeable future, it’s important for you to plan… Read more 20211011

President Biden’s American Families Plan - what it means for you
President Biden’s proposed American Families Plan is intended to raise $1.5 trillion of tax revenue over a decade… Read more 20210430

Key tax considerations when moving to the UK or the US
There’s a lot to consider before moving to a new location, and each person will have their own particular… Read more 20210420

22 March 2021
2021 tax reliefs and extensions for US individuals
Various extensions have been announced to reduce the number of US taxpayers incurring interest and penalties due to… Read more 20210322

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
The CARES Act enacted by the US Congress on 27 March 2020 is an emergency package in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.… Read more 20210111

21 October 2020
The impact of the US election on US taxes
As we enter the final few weeks before the US presidential and congressional elections, there is much speculation on… Read more 20201021

What US beneficiaries of trusts need to know about tax
If you're a US citizen, resident or and Green Card Holder (AKA a US person) and are the settlor or a beneficiary of a… Read more 20200915

Planning ahead - Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA)
Despite the latest extension to the implementation of MTD for ITSA, if you’re a business owner or landlord, there’s… Read more 20200729

Tax considerations for US or UK citizens moving to Hong Kong
As a UK expat in Hong Kong myself, I know that finding your way around a new place takes time, patience and (ideally) a… Read more 20200701

AEOI: Guidance for Hong Kong financial institutions
What you need to know about the Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) if you are responsible for a Hong Kong… Read more 20200617

28 May 2020
IRS relief for those stuck in the US during COVID-19
The travel disruption caused by COVID-19 has led to many of those who were travelling to the US for business, leisure,… Read more 20200528

3 March 2020
Buzzacott's CSR report 2018-19
We’re delighted to share our latest CSR report with you, illustrating the different activities that make up… Read more 20200303

The basics of US Estate and UK Inheritance Tax
We have put together a detailed insight to give you a summary of some of the basic UK Inheritance Tax and US Estate Tax… Read more 20200211

22 March 2019
Buzzacott shortlisted in Citywealth Awards 2019
Buzzacott has been named as a finalist in the Citywealth Brand Management & Reputation Awards 2019 … Read more 20190322

4 January 2019
Buzzacott celebrates 100 years of business
2019 marks 100 years of business for Buzzacott. With our origins starting after the First World War with Fred… Read more 20190104

1 October 2018
Buzzacott elects Tony Hopson as new Managing Partner
Buzzacott has appointed Tony Hopson as managing partner, taking effect from 1 October 2018.… Read more 20181001

What Americans need to know when arriving in Hong Kong
So, you’ve just landed in Hong Kong, or maybe you are just about to move over. You probably have a million things on… Read more 20180904

What Americans need to know about owning property
Whether you are buying your first home or investing in real estate, owning property as an American is not necessarily… Read more 20180904

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