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Capital Gains Tax (CGT)

UK tax on profits from selling chargeable assets — 18% basic, 24% higher (2025/26).

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is paid on the profit when you sell shares, crypto, second properties or other chargeable assets. The 2025/26 annual exempt amount is £3,000. Rates: 18% within unused basic-rate band, 24% above.

Disposals of UK residential property must be reported within 60 days. We handle both the 60-day return and the annual SA submission.

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