http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php Bespoke - our blog for private clients en chris.tysoe@uk.gt.com Copyright 2012 2012-02-09T12:42:37+00:00 http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/article/closing_a_limited_company_end_of_esc_c16_could_penalise_those_extracting_fu/ Chris Tysoe http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/member/profile/2516/ http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/gt_weblog/closing_a_limited_company_end_of_esc_c16_could_penalise_those_extracting_fu/#When:12:42:37Z Time is of the essence for anyone seeking to extract funds from a company in the process of being struck off. From 1 March 2012, new legislation may bring higher tax liabilities on any payments out of the business before it is dissolved. ]]> Business, Protecting your wealth 2012-02-09T12:42:37+00:00 http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/article/uk_statistics_of_divorce_2011_survey_graphic/ Fiona Cullinan http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/member/profile/78/ http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/gt_weblog/uk_statistics_of_divorce_2011_survey_graphic/#When:10:17:02Z More relationships break up at the start of the year than at any other time – a phenomenon known as the ‘January jilt’. Our 2011 matrimonial survey of leading UK family lawyers reveals some of the key statistics of UK divorce: at what point in the marriage they are they most likely to happen, for what reason, who are the main instigators, how many cases are concealing assets and more… Click on the image to bring up a larger version of the graphic. Or read on to find out more… ]]> Infographic, Personal 2012-02-07T10:17:02+00:00 http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/article/why_even_smart_people_cant_resist_gambling/ Fiona Cullinan http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/member/profile/78/ http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/gt_weblog/why_even_smart_people_cant_resist_gambling/#When:10:44:29Z Psychologist Donna Dawson reveals the psychological drivers and casino tricks that make gambling a very risky business… ]]> Personal, Protecting your wealth 2012-02-02T10:44:29+00:00 http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/article/late_tax_return_penalties_loophole_closes_in_uk/ Naomi Smith http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/member/profile/1915/ http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/gt_weblog/late_tax_return_penalties_loophole_closes_in_uk/#When:11:51:48Z The 31 January tax return filing deadline is fast approaching but many taxpayers are blissfully unaware of HMRC’s new penalties for late filing and could be in for a nasty surprise. ]]> Personal, Protecting your wealth 2012-01-24T11:51:48+00:00 http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/article/top_10_wealth_management_posts_for_high_earners_and_hnwis/ Fiona Cullinan http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/member/profile/78/ http://www.grant-thornton.co.uk/thinking/bespoke/index.php/gt_weblog/top_10_wealth_management_posts_for_high_earners_and_hnwis/#When:10:23:47Z Our most popular posts of the past year reflect the tax-related interests and wealth management concerns of high earners and high net worth individuals (HNWIs) in the UK. Here they are in reverse order. The tax landscape is ever-changing, though, so speak to your tax adviser to find out the latest news on the topics covered. Business, Personal, Protecting your wealth 2012-01-10T10:23:47+00:00