HMRC Exchange Rates — How to Convert USD Trades to GBP Correctly
How to convert foreign currency trades to GBP for UK Capital Gains Tax. Which HMRC exchange rates to use, where to find them, and common mistakes.
Wash Sale vs Bed and Breakfast — UK Rules vs US Rules Explained
The key differences between the US wash sale rule and the UK 30-day bed and breakfast rule. Essential reading for UK investors using US brokers like Robinhood.
Inherited Shares — How Capital Gains Tax Works When Someone Dies
How Capital Gains Tax works on shares you’ve inherited. The base cost resets to market value at death — but there are traps to know about.
Gifting Shares — CGT Implications of Giving Shares Away
The CGT implications of giving shares to family, friends, or charity. Gifts are disposals at market value — except to your spouse. Includes worked examples.
How to Keep CGT Records — What HMRC Expects and for How Long
What records HMRC expects you to keep for Capital Gains Tax, how long to keep them, and what happens if you lose them. Practical advice for UK share investors.
ISA vs GIA — When Your Investments Are Taxed and When They’re Not
The tax differences between ISA and GIA accounts for UK investors. What’s taxed, what’s exempt, and when it makes sense to use each.
CGT on ETFs in the UK — Index Funds, Offshore Funds, and Reporting Status
How UK Capital Gains Tax applies to ETFs and index funds. Covers reporting fund status, offshore vs UK-domiciled funds, accumulation vs income, and stamp duty.
Excess Reportable Income (ERI) — What UK ETF Investors Need to Know
What Excess Reportable Income means for UK investors holding offshore ETFs like VWRL, VUSA, and VFEM. How ERI affects your Section 104 pool.
Stock Splits and UK Capital Gains Tax — How to Adjust Your Section 104 Pool
How stock splits affect your UK Capital Gains Tax calculation. A split is not a disposal — here’s how to adjust your Section 104 pool correctly.
The 30-Day Bed and Breakfast Rule — 7 Mistakes That Cost UK Investors Money
Common mistakes UK investors make with the 30-day bed and breakfast rule for Capital Gains Tax and how to avoid them.