Capital Gains Tax Advice, Oldham
Know your CGT liability before HMRC does.
Selling a property, business asset or investment? Capital gains tax is one of the more expensive surprises in the UK tax system — and the rules are different depending on what you are disposing of. Hasan Mahmood is ACCA-qualified, based in Oldham, and replies the same day.
- Your CGT liability calculated correctly before anything is filed
- 60-day property reporting obligation handled on time
- Every relief you are entitled to identified before submission
- Property, shares, business assets and crypto all treated appropriately
Initial conversations are free and without pressure. You will leave the call knowing exactly what happens next and what it costs — which is more than most people know going in.
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Fixed pricing. Same-day reply.
What our clients say
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Sound familiar?
Not sure what CGT you owe — or when?
Capital gains tax catches a lot of people out. The rules differ depending on whether you are selling a residential property, a business, shares or another asset. Miss the 60-day reporting window on a residential property disposal and penalties start immediately. Most people do not find out there was a deadline until after it has passed.
- ✕ No clear idea which reliefs apply to your specific disposal
- ✕ Unsure whether the 60-day CGT reporting deadline applies to you
- ✕ Calculating the gain yourself and hoping the figure is right
What clear CGT advice looks like
A straightforward review of your disposal, the correct gain calculated, every applicable relief identified, and the right return filed on time. No guesswork. No last-minute panic.
- ✓ Every relief you are entitled to identified before the calculation is finalised
- ✓ 60-day property reporting handled correctly and submitted on time
- ✓ Your gain calculated accurately — not estimated and hoped for
- ✓ Fixed fee agreed upfront so there are no surprises after filing
What clients say about the advice
Property investors, directors and business owners across Greater Manchester have used Hasan for exactly this kind of tax work.
I had the pleasure of working with Hasan for our business’s financial needs, and I couldn’t be more satisfied. They provided exceptional service, demonstrating a deep understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations. Hasan is always prompt in responding to my inquiries and made complex financial concepts easy to understand. Their attention to detail and commitment to accuracy gave me great confidence in my financial decisions. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for a reliable and knowledgeable accountant
Hasan at Edward Harris has been superb for us. He has organised our books, compiled documentation for HMRC and been proactive with advice. Best accountant I have used.
CGT advice from calculation to filing
Each element of the service is designed to remove a specific risk — the wrong figure, the missed deadline, or the relief you did not know existed.
CGT Calculation and Relief Review
Your gain is calculated correctly from the outset, with all acquisition costs, improvement expenditure and allowable deductions accounted for. Reliefs such as Private Residence Relief, Business Asset Disposal Relief and Annual Exempt Amount are assessed before anything is submitted. You know the number before HMRC does.
Core service60-Day Property Reporting
Since April 2020, UK residents must report and pay CGT on residential property disposals within 60 days of completion. That deadline applies even if you are still gathering paperwork. Your 60-day return is filed on time, with the correct figures, so penalties do not feature.
Time-sensitivePre-Disposal Tax Planning
The most effective CGT planning happens before you sell, not after. Timing a disposal across tax years, using a spouse’s annual exempt amount, or structuring the transaction correctly can all make a material difference to the bill. Worth a conversation before you exchange.
AdvisoryConsistent feedback across different clients
From first-time landlords to established business owners, the pattern is the same — fast, clear, and no jargon.
Could Never Reach Previous Accountant — Now She Can
“I cannot rate this company highly enough. I started off with an incredible expensive company who I could never reach or get good advice from – then THANKFULLY found Hasan who has been our accountant ever since. He always responds to messages and calls so quickly, has a wealth of knowledge and experience and is absolutely trustworthy. He’s kind, response, easy to deal with, and really a great member to make up your team. 10/10 recommend.”
WhatsApp Queries Answered, Jargon-Free Guidance
“We have been working with Hasan for almost a year. He’s been very helpful providing us with knowledge as new business owners. It’s great we can WhatsApp for general queries, making communication more efficient.”
Patient With First-Time Business Owners
“Hasan has been amazing and extremely helpful he has been very patient with me being new to running a business, he had given me some great advice and I will continue to use Edward Harris & Hasan”
What makes CGT advice here different
Three things that matter when someone is handling a disposal that may have a significant tax consequence.
Reliefs Found Before You File
The most common CGT mistake is not the wrong rate — it is missing a relief that was always available. Business Asset Disposal Relief, Private Residence Relief, and holdover relief are all assessed before the return is prepared. You will not discover a missed relief after the fact.
Deadlines Managed, Not Missed
The 60-day reporting window on residential property disposals is a genuine risk for anyone who does not know it exists. Hasan monitors relevant deadlines from the point of engagement so that time pressure does not become a penalty. Same-day replies mean nothing sits unanswered while the clock runs.
Plain Numbers, No Jargon
CGT legislation is dense. The advice you receive is not. Hasan translates the calculation, the reliefs, and the filing requirements into plain English so you understand what you owe and why — before anything is submitted to HMRC. Questions are welcomed, not deflected.
Up and running in four steps
Most clients have their CGT position understood within a few days of getting in touch. The process is straightforward from your side.
Get in touch today
Call 0161 706 1523, email info@edwardharris.co.uk, or use the contact form. Replies arrive the same day. The initial conversation is free and without pressure.
Talk through your disposal
Hasan will ask a few straightforward questions about the asset, the sale price, and the purchase history. No jargon, no judgement. You do not need to have everything organised before calling.
We calculate and prepare
The gain is calculated correctly, all reliefs assessed, and the relevant return prepared. If a 60-day window applies, that is prioritised. You will see the figures and understand them before anything is filed.
Filed, clear, done
Your return is submitted on time. You know exactly what was paid and why. HMRC correspondence on this disposal stops being something that sits in the back of your mind. Which is, frankly, the way it should be.
“Excellent service! Hasan took over and sorted out my accounts with a swift and hassle free service. I would highly recommend for your accounting needs.”
Things people usually ask about CGT
Do you handle capital gains tax for property sales, business disposals and other asset types?
Yes. Residential property, commercial property, shares, business assets and crypto disposals are all handled. The rules and reliefs differ significantly between asset types, which is why it is worth a conversation before assuming the calculation is straightforward. Hasan will confirm which regime applies and what is available to reduce the liability.
What does CGT advice cost and what is included?
Pricing is fixed and agreed upfront before any work begins — there are no hourly surprises after filing. The fee covers the full calculation, a relief review, and preparation and submission of the relevant return. For residential property disposals requiring a 60-day report, that is included in the same engagement. You will know the cost before you commit.
My disposal was several months ago and I have not filed anything yet — can you still help?
Yes, and the sooner the better. If the 60-day window has already passed on a residential property sale, a penalty may already be accruing — but the return can still be submitted and the position regularised. Hasan handles catch-up filings regularly and will be straightforward with you about where things stand and what HMRC is likely to do.
Do I need to sign up to an ongoing contract to get CGT advice?
No. CGT advice and filing can be handled as a standalone engagement. There is no obligation to take on a monthly accounting package. If ongoing support makes sense for your situation, that can be discussed separately — but there is no pressure, and no lock-in.
Can you help with capital gains tax on cryptocurrency disposals?
Yes. Crypto accounting is a listed specialism at Edward Harris. HMRC treats cryptocurrency as a capital asset, which means each disposal — including swaps between coins — is a potential CGT event. The calculation requires a complete transaction history, and Hasan understands how to work with exchange reports and wallet data to arrive at the correct figures.
Can CGT be reduced with planning before I sell?
In many cases, yes. Timing a disposal to use the annual exempt amount, transferring assets between spouses before sale, or structuring a business disposal to qualify for Business Asset Disposal Relief can all reduce the final bill. The critical point is that most of these steps must happen before exchange, not after. A brief conversation before you proceed is considerably cheaper than discovering a missed opportunity afterwards.
Get your CGT position clear and filed.
A free initial conversation, no pressure, and a fixed fee agreed before any work starts. Hasan will tell you exactly what you owe, what reliefs apply, and what happens next.