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Finance Vlog 1 minute read by Tamsin Caine ![Matt-288x300](https://smartdivorce.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Matt-288x300.png?width=138&height=143&name=Matt-288x300.png)In this episode, Tamsin speaks to tax expert Matt Stambach from ETC Tax. They discuss all the different taxes that might impact you during your divorce, along with the improved CGT rules for divorcing couples.   ---     **Matt Stambach** Prior to joining ETC Matt developed his career in tax starting at a HMRC Call Centre before gathering practice experience at a small company in Altrincham. From here Matt worked at a Top 20 firm in Manchester before moving on to become Head of Private Client Tax for another Manchester based firm. Matt joined ETC in 2023 where he will assist Angela in her role along with a specific focus on business development, private client compliance function, HMRC enquiries and disclosures. --- **Tamsin Caine** Tamsin is a Chartered Financial Planner with over 20 years experience. 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