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How to make money from home: rent a room

In 1992 the government introduced the Rent a Room Relief. This allows individuals to make a tax-free income for renting a furnished room in their residential home.

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Gender Pay Gap Reporting

Historically, men have been paid more than women undertaking the same role. In July 2015, former PM David Cameron announced steps to end the gender pay gap in a generation.

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Wealth Tax or Stamp Duty Land Tax?

Many observers of the London property market would have been hoping for a reduction in Stamp Duty Land Tax rates in the UK government's recent budget announcement, but to no avail.

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Vacant properties ‘stolen’ by fraudsters

A recent High Court case, Dreamvar (UK) Ltd -v- Mishcon De Reya (A Firm), demonstrated that the Land Registry could spot a fraudulent transaction.

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Courts hit high and hard with new health and safety fines

One year after the introduction of tough new health and safety sentencing guidelines, a series of high profile cases show that courts are not holding back when it comes to imposing the higher fines, which can be directly linked to a corporate defendant’s turnover.

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Complex challenges for employers in the year ahead

Constant changes and increasing complexity have helped make employment law a frontline challenge for business and this year looks set to continue the trend.

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What can debt enforcement companies really do?

Debt collection is a term that strikes terror into business owners and individuals alike.

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A rocky road to freedom of expression

Two recent tribunal claims highlight the challenge for employers in safely navigating personal expression by employees in the workplace.

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Lease renewals where there’s disrepair

Landlords beware!

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How to sell a limited company

It’s all in the planning when it comes to selling privately-owned companies

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Asking to see your medical records

We all trust our doctors to have our best intentions at heart and to make sure we get the care and treatment we need. Doctors have always taken detailed notes of each patient’s health history, medical requirements, and their own recommendations as to how to proceed with treatment. But when was the last time you asked to see those notes for yourself? And do you have the right to see medical notes kept by professionals that concern your health and wellbeing?

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Nine smart ways to build staff loyalty

Managing labour turnover and retaining key staff have long presented challenges for businesses. There’s no single easy answer but, as Karen Cole explains, an all-round approach can reap rewards.

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