Brian Gooch

Brian Gooch
I work extensively in the corporate owner managed business sector, covering transactional taxes, property taxes including Stamp Duty Land Tax and VAT, and all areas of business tax planning. I have considerable experience in maximising tax efficiency by reviewing business structures and planning corporate reorganisations.

Recent Posts
28 October 2025

What is VAT? - Complete Guide (Updated for 2024/25)

Most people will have heard of VAT. What people might not realise is that a third of all revenue...
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24 September 2025

Do I need to register for VAT?

When running a new business, there are a million different things to think about. Although most...

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18 August 2025

Stamp Duty Land Tax when buying residential properties

In 2016 the government introduced theStamp Duty Land Tax surcharge for purchases of additional...

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1 January 2025

VAT on Commercial Property (2025 Update)

Navigating VAT on Commercial Property can be complex and confusing for a commercial property...

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19 December 2024

The 12 Tax-saving tips of Christmas – 2024 Edition

Christmas is approaching, and the Shorts tax team is getting into the festive spirit.

T’is the...

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6 November 2024

How will the Autumn Budget impact the self-employed?

The 2024 Autumn Budget continues to make headlines as businesses and individuals around the UK...
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