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Jersey & Guernsey property unit trusts: key tax questions for trustees

 Explore the key UK tax considerations and HMRC reporting obligations for Jersey and Guernsey property unit trusts, including property income, capital gains and Trust Registration Service requirements.

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Influencers receiving goods: the tax consequences you may not have thought about

Influencers receiving gifted products or experiences in exchange for promotional content could face unexpected income tax and VAT liabilities under HMRC rules.

The Moment – October 2026

This edition has insights on our Autumn Budget predictions, what triggers an HMRC enquiry, and how we helped clients with acquisitions and business succession planning.

Webinar: Thursday 12 November – FRS 102 Emergency Toolkit

Join BKL’s experts for practical guidance on the latest FRS 102 changes, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, data requirements and the steps businesses should take to avoid year-end surprises.

Webinar: Thursday 29 October – Beyond the Headlines: Understanding the Autumn Budget 2026

Join BKL’s specialists for a practical analysis of the Autumn Budget 2026, exploring the key tax and policy changes and what they could mean for businesses, individuals, investors and families.

Payments firms and vulnerable consumers: are you meeting FCA standards?

FCA feedback highlights what payments firms and EMIs need to do to support vulnerable customers and meet Consumer Duty expectations.

Safeguarding rules for payments firms: what to do if you’re not ready yet

With the new FCA safeguarding regime now in force, payments and e-money firms can get practical advice on preparing for safeguarding audits, addressing compliance gaps and strengthening their systems and controls.

Future-proofing capital growth in a £250m property group

How we helped the owners of a £250m property group plan for succession, manage IHT exposure and pass future growth to the next generation.

Cross-border structuring and investor reporting

BKL helped an international property fund establish a UK joint venture and develop bespoke reporting for investors across multiple jurisdictions.

An eight-year strategic partnership

How an eight-year strategic partnership helped a property investment client navigate complex transactions, tax structuring and portfolio growth.

Bespoke demerger structure for a family-owned property group

A bespoke demerger structure enabled a £30 million family property group to separate interests efficiently, with just £50,000 of stamp duty payable.

Supporting a property fund with complex cross-border tax exposure

How we helped a UK client structure a £12 million US property investment while managing complex cross-border tax exposure.

Stay informed. Make better decisions.

Keeping up with financial and tax developments is increasingly complex

Headlines are easy to come by, but understanding what they actually mean for you, your business, or your future is another matter

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