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Re: Fixed savings joint account if one holder is non-UK resident?
Could you put the money in just your name and simply transfer the interest to your father as and when? Obviously this means the interest would go on your tax return not his1 -
Re: Capital gains tax
I remember many decades ago my lawyer uncle telling me the day before my wedding that we would have to sell one of the houses within 2 years otherwise would be liable for CGT - no doubt this has chan…1 -
Re: Capital gains tax
A married couple may only have one nominated residence. just living separately does not get you out of CGT. Please check with HMRC if unsure. https://www.taxinsider.co.uk/a-spouse-with-a-past-main-re…2 -
O/S Daily Sunday January 25 2026
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Re: Nearly there - What would you do?
Thanks for the reply EssexHebridean. I appreciate you taking the time. You’re right that the overdraft should really be the priority now, and that’s exactly why I’m questioning whether a lump-sum hit…1 -
Re: Learning to walk before I run
Meeting a friend there next weekend with my free parking. Boswell House and the surrounding walks are good too. My favourite is Culzean but as part of our cost cutting measures we will probably give…6 -
Re: Selling foreign shares
I can attest that selling or transferring certificated foreign shareholdings from a deceased estate is not something that can be undertaken by any of the online DIY investment platforms, since only a…1 -
Re: Old Style Weight Loss Challenge - 1st Quarter 2026
Good evening. Looking at tge chart and how well everyone is doing, im ashamed to say its been a +3lb for me please. Due to weigh on Monday, hopefully its a bit better. Me and DD1 are supposed to be j…5 -
Re: Teetering on the brink
Hi @EatingBeans. I’m sorry you’re having such a rough time. I wonder if you should put a post in the main debt-free board to see what advice you get on managing this situation?5 -
Re: Preparing for an interview with an adviser
A DB pension is a Defined Benefit pension. This is one where you will get a defined amount of money per month for the rest of your life. Essentially it's like salary. There may be a tax free lum…1
