SBCGT: What is the 90% test and when is it relevant? Introduction The basic conditions for small business CGT (SBCGT) relief are as follows: a CGT event happens to a CGT asset of yours; but for any SBCGT relief, the CGT event would have resulted in a gain; you satisfy one of various alternatives, [...]

What is an ordinary share for ESS/ESOP purposes? Introduction The basic conditions for small business CGT (SBCGT) relief require, among other things, that the relevant CGT asset subject to a CGT event (generally CGT event A1 on disposal of the asset), is an active asset. As to what constitutes an active asset, see our [...]

SBCGT: What is an active asset?                                                                                                  [...]

SBCGT active asset reduction: getting tax sheltered amounts out of a company Introduction Companies, like other entities, are able to access the small business CGT (SBCGT) concessions, subject to meeting the relevant conditions. Where the basic conditions are met, a company can apply the SBCGT active asset reduction (Active Asset Reduction), meaning: the first [...]

SBCGT and discretionary trusts: timing issues and the ‘just before’ requirement Introduction The basic conditions for small business CGT (SBCGT) relief require that certain conditions are met ‘just before’ the relevant CGT event, that is, it is a snapshot test at that time, including: the maximum net asset value test; and the significant individual [...]